Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has made history as the first African artist to headline a halftime show at the NFL International Games, following her performance at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Sunday, October 11, 2026.
The Afrobeats star thrilled fans during halftime of the NFL London Game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars, performing her hit songs Rush and Heaven Baby.
Ayra Starr performed on a temporary stage set up at the centre of the pitch, bringing Nigerian music to one of American football’s major international events.
Her appearance marks another significant milestone for African music, highlighting the growing global recognition of Afrobeats as the NFL continues to expand its international reach through regular-season games outside the United States.
The performance also underscores Ayra Starr’s rising international profile, as she continues to take African music to new audiences across different parts of the world.
Her historic appearance at the NFL London Game further reinforces the growing presence of African entertainers on major global entertainment platforms.
