Global Afrobeats sensation Tems is set to make history once again, this time on one of football’s biggest stages. The Grammy-winning Nigerian singer will perform at the first-ever halftime concert at a FIFA tournament, set to take place during the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States.
Tems will share the spotlight with international heavyweights Doja Cat and J Balvin in what promises to be a landmark performance. The show is being organized by FIFA in partnership with Global Citizen, signaling a bold move to blend music and sport on a grander, more global scale.
This isn’t Tems’ first foray into major sporting events. She previously performed alongside Burna Boy and Rema during the historic Afrobeats NBA All-Star Game halftime show in 2023, a moment that pushed African music further into the global limelight.
Her inclusion in this high-profile lineup reflects her unshakable status as a global superstar. And she’s not slowing down anytime soon. In 2025 alone, Tems has already made headlines for receiving the Billboard Diamond Award at the Billboard Global Power Players event, where Nigerian rap legend Olamide was also honored.
She’s also riding high on the success of her hit single “Love Me Jeje,” which recently went Gold in the U.S., adding to her growing collection of RIAA certifications. The track, which won her Best African Music Performance at the 67th Grammy Awards, has solidified her reputation as one of Nigeria’s most accomplished and decorated artists.
Tems recently teased that her sophomore album is expected in 2026, much to the excitement of fans still vibing to her critically acclaimed debut album, Born In The Wild, which dominated 2024.
As the world tunes in to watch the best in club football compete, Tems will bring her signature voice, magnetic stage presence, and global sound to millions, yet another chapter in her already iconic journey.
Tems isn’t just performing. She’s making history.
