Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayra Starr delivered a halftime performance at the National Football League (NFL) London Game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Jacksonville Jaguars.
The singer took to the stage at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday, October 11, bringing Afrobeats to an international audience during the high-profile American football event.
Her performance highlighted the growing presence of African music on major global entertainment platforms.
Ayra Starr opened her set with “Heaven Baby” before performing other songs, including “Santa,” “Hot Body,” “Rush” and “Dangerous.” The selection featured tracks from her expanding music catalogue, including her third studio album, Starrgirl, which was released in August 2026.
Her appearance formed part of the NFL’s expanded international entertainment programme, which featured seven halftime shows across its 2026 international games in seven countries spanning four continents.
The performance added to Ayra Starr’s growing list of international milestones as she continued to strengthen her presence beyond Africa.
Her fusion of Afrobeats, pop and R&B had helped establish her among Nigerian artists, gaining wider recognition on the global music scene.
