Burna Boy will headline the halftime show for the NFL’s first-ever regular-season game in France, scheduled for October 25, 2026, at the Stade de France in Paris. The matchup features the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New Orleans Saints, bringing regular-season American football to a French audience alongside a major entertainment spectacle modeled after the Super Bowl.
Stade de France Prepares for Its First NFL Regular-Season Game
The NFL regular-season matchup on October 25, 2026, marks a significant milestone for American sports expansion in Europe. The game pits the Pittsburgh Steelers against the New Orleans Saints at the Stade de France in Seine-Saint-Denis. Kickoff is slated for 14h30 local time, with live television broadcasts across France managed by France Télévisions and beIN Sports, alongside a scheduled evening replay on L’Équipe.
League organizers selected Paris for its status as a major cultural hub where international audiences embrace diverse musical genres. Tim Tubito, senior director of game presentation, music, and global entertainment for the NFL, noted that the inaugural fixture demanded a high-profile entertainment package. According to Tubito, bringing back an artist with an established connection to the venue ensures a memorable experience for both local attendees and the global viewing audience.
Burna Boy Returns to Headline the Halftime Show
Grammy-nominated artist Burna Boy will take center stage during the intermission, marking his return to the Stade de France following a headlining concert in April 2025 that drew roughly 80,000 fans. That performance made him the first African artist to headline the venue. His catalog fuses afrobeat, dancehall, reggae, pop, R&B, and hip-hop, anchored by commercial hits such as “On The Low” and “Last Last.”
“Paris m’a offert l’une des plus grandes soirées de ma carrière, et revenir au Stade de France pour un moment comme celui-ci signifie énormément pour moi,” Burna Boy stated regarding his return to the stadium. He added that representing African music at the center of the NFL’s debut in France offers an opportunity to deliver an unforgettable performance.
A Decorated Career on Global Stages
The 35-year-old Nigerian singer boasts a decorated musical resume featuring 13 Grammy Award nominations. He previously made history at the award ceremony by performing during the main ceremony, and he is the first musician from the continent to surpass one billion streams on Spotify. His major event appearances include performing alongside Shakira during the inaugural concert of the football World Cup this summer.
Broadcast Details and Event Schedule
Fans unable to attend the stadium in person can follow the action through multiple broadcasting channels. France Télévisions and beIN Sports carry the live feed starting at the 14h30 kickoff on Sunday, October 25, 2026, while L’Équipe provides a deferred evening broadcast for viewers catching up later in the day.
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