Davido FIFA World Cup 2026 concert appearance will see the Nigerian star headline FIFA’s countdown event in Los Angeles

Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has been confirmed as one of the headline performers for FIFA’s World Cup 2026 countdown concert in Los Angeles, joining international music acts in a major event designed to build excitement ahead of football’s biggest tournament.

Also read: Davido Set for FIFA World Cup 2026 Concert in Los Angeles

The concert, scheduled for June 10, forms part of FIFA’s synchronised music celebrations taking place across Los Angeles, Toronto and Mexico City as organisers intensify preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Davido will perform alongside Major Lazer, the globally recognised music project founded by Diplo, in what is expected to be one of the standout entertainment events linked to the tournament countdown.

The announcement further strengthens Davido’s growing international profile and highlights the increasing influence of Afrobeats on the global music stage.

In addition to the concert appearance, the Nigerian singer is featured on FIFA’s official World Cup album, No Place Like Home, which was released on June 5.

The project includes contributions from several Nigerian artists, including Ayra Starr, and features high-profile collaborations involving international stars such as Shakira and Burna Boy.

Davido announced his participation through his social media platform X, where he shared promotional images and details of the event with fans.

“New music this Friday!! ‘NO PLACE LIKE HOME’ with @MAJORLAZER @NellyFurtado @FIFAWorldCup,” the singer wrote.

The post quickly generated widespread reactions across social media, with fans celebrating the achievement and expressing excitement about Davido’s involvement in one of FIFA’s flagship entertainment programmes.

The Davido FIFA World Cup 2026 Concert appearance marks another milestone in the singer’s international career, which has seen him perform on some of the world’s biggest stages and collaborate with leading global artists.

Industry observers say the inclusion of Nigerian artists in FIFA-related projects reflects the growing global appeal of Afrobeats and its expanding role in major international sporting and cultural events.

With the World Cup less than a year away, FIFA is increasingly using music and entertainment to engage fans worldwide, and Davido’s participation is expected to further amplify African representation in the tournament’s cultural celebrations.

Also read: Davido Laments Rising Injustice, Urges Celebrities to Speak Up

The June 10 concert is anticipated to attract significant global attention as football and music fans gather to celebrate the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.