Burna Boy Makes History as First Nigerian to Headline FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show
The Grammy-winning star took the stage at MetLife Stadium during the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, delivering an electrifying performance of “Dai Dai” with Shakira. He shared the spotlight with global icons like Justin Bieber, Madonna and BTS in FIFA’s first Super Bowl-style halftime show, watched by more than 82,500 fans in the stadium and millions worldwide. Nigerian fans flooded social media with pride, declaring “Naija No Dey Carry Last” and celebrating this landmark moment for Afrobeats on football’s grandest stage. Burna Boy’s historic appearance underscores Afrobeats’ growing global influence and cements his status as a worldwide superstar, continuing a career that already boasts sold-out tours and Grammy success.
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