Davido Takes Afrobeats to FIFA World Cup Stage

Nigerian music superstar Davido is set to take centre stage in the build-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after being announced as one of the headline performers for the Los Angeles leg of FIFA’s official countdown concert series.

The announcement was made by world football governing body FIFA, which revealed that the award-winning Afrobeats sensation will perform alongside internationally acclaimed music group Major Lazer, led by American DJ and producer Diplo.

The event is scheduled to hold on June 10 in Los Angeles and forms part of a coordinated series of concerts taking place across the three host nations of the 2026 FIFA World Cup the United States, Canada and Mexico.

According to FIFA, the concerts are designed to celebrate the fusion of music, culture and football while building excitement ahead of the biggest sporting event on the planet.

In a statement announcing the event, FIFA described the Los Angeles concert as a high-energy celebration that will showcase the global appeal of football and music.

“Los Angeles will play host to a high-energy celebration, featuring Diplo’s Major Lazer and Davido, the first artists announced for what promises to be an unforgettable night of music, football and culture,” FIFA said.

The announcement represents another significant milestone for Davido, whose influence continues to grow internationally as Afrobeats enjoys unprecedented global recognition.

Over the years, the Nigerian singer has performed at some of the world's biggest events and venues, helping to project African music onto the global stage.

Industry observers say his inclusion in FIFA's World Cup entertainment lineup further underscores the growing role of African artists in major international sporting and cultural events.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to be the largest edition of the tournament in history, featuring an expanded format and attracting millions of fans from across the globe.

With football fever already beginning to build, organisers hope the concert series will create a unique atmosphere that celebrates diversity, unity and the shared passion for sport and entertainment.

For Davido’s fans, the announcement offers another opportunity to see one of Africa’s biggest music exports perform on one of the world's most prestigious platforms.

As the countdown to kick-off continues, anticipation is expected to grow not only for the football action but also for the cultural events that will accompany the tournament.