Tems makes history as the first Nigerian artist to headline the FIFA Club World Cup Final halftime show this July.
She’ll share the global stage with Doja Cat and J Balvin in a star-powered performance celebrating unity and Afrobeat
Grammy Award-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, is set to carve her name into the history books as one of the headline performers at the first-ever FIFA Club World Cup Final halftime show.
FIFA officially announced on Monday, June 9, 2025, that Tems will join forces with American rap sensation Doja Cat and Colombian superstar J Balvin for a star-studded performance during the final match, scheduled for July 13 at the iconic MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA.
The highly anticipated halftime show is being produced by international advocacy group Global Citizen and curated by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, promising an unforgettable blend of music, culture, and global unity.
Sharing her excitement about the opportunity, Tems said,
“We are going to bring the world together for a beautiful moment to celebrate football, feel the unity that music brings, and improve the lives of millions of children through the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. I can’t wait. See you at the Club World Cup final!”
The 2025 edition of the FIFA Club World Cup is a groundbreaking tournament featuring 32 of the world’s top club teams. The competition kicks off on June 14 and will be hosted across 12 stadiums in 11 cities throughout the United States.
Tems’ inclusion in the final match’s entertainment lineup not only cements her status as a global music force but also marks a major milestone for Nigerian music on the world stage. She makes history as the first Nigerian artist to perform at a FIFA Club World Cup final, highlighting the increasing global impact of Afrobeats and African creativity in the entertainment industry.
With millions expected to tune in globally, the halftime show is poised to be a cultural celebration as much as a sporting spectacle, uniting fans of football and music from every corner of the world.
