Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Ayra Starr has made history as the first African artist to headline a halftime show at a National Football League (NFL) International Game.
The Afrobeats star performed on Sunday, October 11, 2026, during the game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.
She opened her performance with “Heaven Baby” before entertaining the audience with “Santa,” “Rush” and “Dangerous.” She later wrapped up her set with a medley of “Hot Body” and “Ms. Paper.”
Following the performance, Ayra Starr took to her official X account to celebrate the achievement, describing it as a historic moment for African music. Ahead of the show, she had also expressed her excitement about representing African culture on an international stage.
The performance was part of the NFL’s 2026 International Games, which feature regular-season matches played outside the United States.
Ayra Starr’s appearance marks another milestone in her growing international career and highlights the increasing global recognition of Afrobeats and Nigerian music.