The Mexican rock trio The Warning will headline the halftime show for the NFL game between the Minnesota Vikings and the San Francisco 49ers in Mexico City, according to official league announcements. Scheduled for November 22 at 7:20 p.m. local time at the Estadio Banorte, the matchup stands as one of nine international fixtures hosted by the league this season as part of its ongoing global expansion efforts.
Setting the Stage at Estadio Banorte
The matchup on November 22 brings two franchises to the Mexican capital for a Sunday night showcase. Kickoff is locked for 7:20 p.m. local time, placing the game directly into the international broadcast window. American Express is backing the halftime entertainment across seven of the league’s nine overseas games this year. For the Estadio Banorte crowd and viewers tuning in globally, the event marks a convergence of professional football and contemporary rock music.
“We are beyond excited to be part of this NFL event in our country and in such an iconic stadium,” the members of The Warning said in a joint statement. “We love the NFL, and every time we work together, we cannot wait to do it again. Playing the halftime show during an international Sunday Night Football game is an incredible privilege, and we cannot wait to show fans what Mexico and its people have to offer.”
A Milestone Year for The Warning
The high-profile halftime slot arrives on the heels of major chart success for sisters Daniela, Paulina, and Alejandra Villarreal. Billboard records show that the band recently made history by becoming the first Mexican band and the first band composed exclusively by women to top the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart with their single “Kerosene.” That track anchors the trio’s latest studio album, Everything’s Falling, which dropped on August 28.
“City of Mexico has a deep passion for both football and music, and The Warning brings the energy, authenticity, and local connection we look for when building these performances,” said Tim Tubito, senior director of global game presentation, music, and entertainment for the league. “As one of Mexico’s most exciting rock acts, they are the perfect choice to take the stage at Estadio Banorte and deliver a halftime show that feels custom-built for this city.”
Global Halftime Lineup and Broadcast Details
The Mexico City performance is part of a broader international entertainment rollout orchestrated by the league for its overseas games. Earlier announcements placed Ayra Starr at the London fixture between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Jacksonville Jaguars, while Ricky Martin is set for the matchup between the Baltimore Ravens and the Dallas Cowboys in Rio de Janeiro. Additionally, the Jonas Brothers are slated to headline in Melbourne when the San Francisco 49ers face the Los Angeles Rams in the first NFL game in Australia.
Fans in Mexico can watch The Warning’s full halftime performance live via Canal 5 de TelevisaUnivision, alongside broadcasts on ESPN. As the November 22 kickoff approaches, teams will finalize their travel rosters and tactical preparations for the primetime clash at Estadio Banorte.
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