Burna Boy Makes History With Electrifying NFL Paris Halftime Show Performance

Grammy Award-winning superstar Burna Boy has marked another major milestone in his career after headlining the NFL Paris Halftime Show at the iconic Stade de France in Saint-Denis, France, on Sunday, October 25, 2026.

The historic event, held during the National Football League’s first-ever regular-season game in France, brought together American football and global music, with the Pittsburgh Steelers facing the New Orleans Saints.

Burna Boy’s appearance placed African music at the centre of one of the NFL’s biggest international sporting events, further highlighting the growing influence of Afrobeats on the global entertainment scene.

The performance also marked a significant return to Stade de France for the Nigerian superstar, who made history in April 2025 as the first African artist to headline a solo concert at the prestigious venue.

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Ahead of the event, Burna Boy expressed excitement about returning to Paris, describing the opportunity as a special moment in his career and a chance to represent African music before an international audience.

His selection as the headline performer reflected the NFL’s commitment to combining sports with world-class entertainment as it continued expanding its international presence.

The Paris event formed part of the league’s record-breaking 2026 International Games programme, featuring seven halftime shows across seven countries and four continents.

Other artists featured in the international entertainment lineup included Ayra Starr, Ricky Martin, the Jonas Brothers and Pedro Sampaio.

Burna Boy’s participation further strengthened his reputation as one of Africa’s most influential musical exports, following years of international recognition, sold-out concerts and major industry achievements.

For Nigerian music and the wider African entertainment industry, the historic occasion represented another important step in bringing African talent to some of the world’s most prestigious sporting stages.