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Burna Boy brought Afrobeats to the international sports stage with a reported halftime performance at the 2026 NFL Paris Game on October 25. The Nigerian superstar was featured in coverage of the event at Stade de France in Saint-Denis, France.
According to Hype Tribe NG, the Grammy-winning artist performed during the matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New Orleans Saints. His reported set included popular songs such as “Ye,” “Last Last” and “On the Low.”
The performance highlighted the growing international visibility of Afrobeats. It also connected Burna Boy’s music with an audience attending one of the NFL’s international events.
Burna Boy performs Afrobeats hits in Paris
Burna Boy’s reported halftime set featured several recognizable songs from his catalog. “Ye,” “Last Last” and “On the Low” were among the tracks listed in Hype Tribe NG’s account of the performance.
The selection brought his music to the NFL’s international audience. It also showcased Afrobeats within the setting of a major American football event.
However, independent confirmation of the performance and its complete setlist is needed before those details can be treated as fully verified.
Stade de France holds significance for Burna Boy
The reported appearance took place at Stade de France, a major stadium in the Paris area.
Hype Tribe NG also connected the performance to Burna Boy’s previous concert at the venue in 2025. The post described that earlier show as a sold-out concert with a capacity of 80,000.
The venue has featured major sporting and entertainment events, making it a prominent setting for international performances.
Afrobeats reaches another global audience
Burna Boy’s reported appearance reflects the continued presence of African music in international entertainment. Afrobeats artists increasingly feature in major events that bring together audiences from different countries.
The NFL has also expanded its international programming, using games outside the United States to reach additional fans.
If confirmed, Burna Boy’s halftime performance would represent another opportunity to introduce his music to sports audiences in Europe and beyond.
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Source: Hype Tribe NG’s Instagram post.
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