With the launch of its updated Android browser, Opera has introduced a dedicated soccer hub, coinciding with the upcoming World Cup. This feature allows users to track live scores, stats, and receive match notifications for their favorite teams. The hub also includes a carousel that showcases ongoing game scores and offers detailed match insights.
The updated start page has been redesigned, incorporating a weather widget that displays current conditions. Users are still able to customize their start page, but it now includes new shortcuts for private browsing and accessing Opera's AI mode. Additionally, speed dial icons can now be displayed in various shapes, including square, round, or "squircle."
This new version of the browser, which also includes features in Opera Mini, is aimed at enhancing user engagement during the soccer tournament with an AI-driven news feed. The update was officially released on June 9, 2026.