(Burna Boy. Photo by Punch News)
Grammy-winning Afrobeats star Burna Boy has been tapped to perform at the halftime show for the 2026 NFL Paris Game.
The Nigerian singer will hit the stage at the iconic Stade de France on Sunday, October 25, during the matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New Orleans Saints.
The game is scheduled to kick off at 2:30 p.m. local time (9:30 a.m. ET).
This performance is part of a massive international push by the NFL, which features seven halftime shows across four continents and seven countries throughout the season.
Sharing his excitement about the news, Burna Boy noted how special it is to return to the venue.
He promised to deliver an unforgettable show while representing African music on an unprecedented stage in France.
NFL executive Tim Tubito praised the choice, saying the league’s first-ever game in France called for a premier artist.
He highlighted Burna Boy’s previous success at the stadium and his deep connection to African music as key reasons why he was the perfect fit to light up the global stage.
