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When Real Madrid play Liverpool in the Champions League final, fans will be warmed up inside the Olympic Stadium by British popstar Dua Lipa, who has been picked to perform during the game's opening ceremony.

UEFA have confirmed the 22-year-old as the star of the build-up to the final, taking her smash hits IDGAF and New Rules with her to Ukraine.

"I was honoured to be asked by UEFA and Pepsi to perform at the UEFA Champions League final opening ceremony - it's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity," she told the governing body's website.

"I can't wait to get in front of the fans and be part of such an exciting event - I'm planning to put on an unforgettable show!"

Last season's final in Cardiff saw Black Eyed Peas perform ahead of Real's victory over Juventus.

"We are excited to welcome Dua Lipa to Kiev," added Guy-Laurent Epstein, UEFA Events SA Marketing Director.

"Her energy will provide the crowd with the perfect performance just moments before the ultimate match in European club football kicks off."