Ayra Starr Rocks the NFL: Superstar Set for 2026 Halftime Show
Ayra Starr will headline the 2026 NFL London Game halftime show at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as the Afrobeats star takes her music to a global audience.
Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr, also known as the "Sabi Girl," is set to make a significant global impact by headlining the halftime show at the 2026 NFL London Game.
This highly anticipated event will take place on Sunday, 11th October, at the iconic Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where the Philadelphia Eagles will face off against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Ayra Starr's performance is expected to captivate tens of thousands of fans inside the stadium and millions more watching around the world, marking a major milestone in her rapidly ascending career.
The 24-year-old superstar expressed her profound excitement about this opportunity, particularly returning to one of her favorite cities. "I am so excited to perform at the NFL halftime show in London. London is one of my favourite places in the world and to bring Starrgirl to the NFL global stage is a dream come true for me. I can’t wait to see you guys there!" she shared, highlighting the personal significance of this global platform.
Tim Tubito, senior director of global game presentation, music and entertainment at the NFL, underscored the cultural relevance of selecting Ayra Starr for the show.
He stated, "London is one of the most influential music cities in the world, and African music has been at the center of that conversation for years now. Ayra Starr is a generational talent with a real connection to fans in this market, and building on the halftime shows we have staged in London in recent seasons, she is the right artist to carry that momentum forward."
This choice reflects the NFL's commitment to showcasing diverse and impactful musical talents on its international stage.
This grand announcement closely follows the release of Ayra Starr's third studio album, "Starrgirl," which debuted on 14th August.
The 16-track project features an impressive lineups of international and home-grown collaborations, including Wizkid on "Gimme Dat," Rema, ZAYN on "Heaven Baby," and Leon Thomas on "Pressure."
Fans attending the game or tuning in can anticipate hearing some of her smash hits, such as "Dangerous," "Tornado," and "Gimme Dat," ringing out across the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium during her electrifying performance.