Nigerian music superstar Davido has been announced as one of the headline performers for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert, scheduled to take place in Los Angeles on June 10, just one day before the tournament officially begins.
The highly anticipated event will be held at the Crypto.com Arena and forms part of a groundbreaking live music experience connecting fans across the United States, Canada, and Mexico through a synchronized broadcast.Davido will share the spotlight with internationally acclaimed music group Major Lazer, led by Diplo.
The concert is expected to bring together football fans and music lovers from around the world as excitement builds ahead of the World Cup kickoff.At the same time, audiences in Toronto and Mexico City will enjoy performances from a diverse lineup of global artists.
The unique three-city event aims to celebrate the shared passion for football, music, and culture across the tournament’s host nations.
Davido’s involvement further highlights the growing influence of Nigerian music on the global stage. He joins fellow Nigerian stars making their mark in World Cup festivities, including Rema, who is set to perform at the opening ceremony, and Burna Boy, who features on Shakira’s official World Cup anthem, Dai Dai.
There is also speculation that Ayra Starr could become part of the celebrations. Reports suggest she appears on the official FIFA World Cup 2026 album alongside American rapper Latto, potentially paving the way for future concert appearances.
FIFA officials described the countdown concert as a celebration of unity, culture, and global connection, bringing people together through music and football before the world’s biggest sporting event gets underway.The FIFA World Cup 2026 will run from June 11 to July 19 across host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the first time the tournament will be jointly hosted by three countries.
