South African music sensation Tyla is set to light up the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a thrilling performance at the tournament’s opening ceremony.
The Grammy-winning star is reportedly scheduled to perform in Mexico City on June 11, 2026, ahead of the opening match between Mexico and South Africa.
Reports further indicate that Tyla will also headline another World Cup opening celebration in Los Angeles on June 12, 2026, marking one of the biggest moments of her rapidly rising international career.
She is expected to perform alongside African music powerhouse Burma Boy and global pop icon Shakira as the world turns its attention to football’s grandest stage.
The performances are being hailed as a major moment for African music and culture, with Tyla and Burna Boy representing the continent through Afrobeat and African pop sounds before millions of fans worldwide.
Their inclusion reflects the growing global influence of African entertainment and its ability to connect audiences across cultures.
“This opening ceremony in Los Angeles represents the extraordinary scale of what the FIFA World Cup 2026 will become,” said Gianni Infantino according to FIFA’s official website.
“The line-up of artists reflects the cultural diversity of the United States and the vibrancy of its many diasporas, highlighting the nation’s rich influence on music, entertainment and pop culture, while showcasing the power of music to bring people together across the country.”
With her chart-topping hits and electrifying stage presence, Tyla is expected to deliver a memorable performance as Africa takes centre stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Sharing the group state for the team on its official page FIFA asked a question whether football funs were ready for 2026 world cup, fun especially for DR Congo were exited since it has been this will be their first appearance since 1974 tournament when the last competed as Zaire.
One X user Tiodo wrote ‘’ No team is uniting the world than DRC Congo’’.
DR Congo officially ended a 52-year wait to return to the FIFA World Cup, On March 31, 2026, DR Congo defeated Jamaica 1-0 in extra time in Guadalajara, Mexico, to clinch their spot in the 2026 World Cup.
This is the second time in history that the Democratic Republic of Congo has qualified for the World Cup.
Another user Selda from Turkey wrote’’ We’ve been waiting 24 years for this very moment. Of course we are ready’’.