Tems to Perform at FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show
Nigerian global music sensation, Tems has been announced as one of the headlining performers at the halftime show of the FIFA Club World Cup Final, marking a historic first for the tournament.
The performance, which will also feature Latin superstar J Balvin and American rapper Doja Cat, is being billed as a landmark moment in the fusion of global sports and entertainment.
The event is not just about music and spectacle—it carries a powerful social mission.
The halftime show is part of a partnership between FIFA and Global Citizen, in support of the FIFA Global Education Fund, a campaign to raise US $100 million to improve access to education and football opportunities for children around the world.
The initiative includes a pledge that for every ticket sold to the tournament, Global Citizen will match $1 during the U.S. summer season.
Curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay and produced in collaboration with Global Citizen, the show is expected to blend Afrobeats, reggaeton, and contemporary pop in a vibrant, multicultural showcase on one of football’s biggest stages.
Tems, who rose to global prominence with hits like “Free Mind”, “Higher”, and her Grammy-winning collaboration on “Wait for U” with Future and Drake, continues to make waves far beyond the music industry.
Her inclusion in the FIFA Club World Cup show solidifies her position as one of Africa’s leading cultural exports and a symbol of Afrobeats’ international influence.
She has previously performed on major international platforms, including the 2023 NBA All-Star Game and Global Citizen Festival: Accra in 2022, where she received widespread acclaim.
Her music, known for its soulfulness and lyrical depth, has earned her critical praise and a global fanbase.
The halftime show at the Club World Cup Final marks the first time FIFA has introduced a dedicated live performance at halftime, signaling a shift toward embracing entertainment as a core part of the matchday experience—similar to the NFL’s Super Bowl model.
By featuring an artist like Tems, alongside global stars from different continents, FIFA also reinforces its commitment to diversity and global representation through music and sport.
The show is expected to draw millions of viewers worldwide, both on television and digital platforms.
The FIFA Club World Cup Final will take place later this year in the United States, as the tournament continues to expand its global reach. With music and sport coming together in this unprecedented way, the event promises to be both a celebration and a call to action.
Tems’ upcoming performance not only underscores her meteoric rise but also places African artistry front and center on football’s grandest international stage.
