Ayra Starr made history on 11 October 2026 by becoming the inaugural African performer to headline the NFL International Games halftime show, staged at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before a live audience of 61,322 fans.
**What songs did she perform?**
She opened with the emotive track “Heaven Baby,” a fan favourite that features Zayn Malik, then moved into the Grammy‑nominated single “Rush.” The set closed with three numbers from her recent album *Starrgirl*: “Dangerous,” “Hot Body,” and “Ms Paper.”
**Why is the appearance significant?**
The performance not only highlighted Ayra Starr’s rising global profile but also showcased Nigerian music on a major international sporting platform, underscoring the growing influence of African artists worldwide.
**Who organized the event?**
The halftime show was part of the NFL’s International Series, an initiative aimed at expanding American football’s reach beyond the United States.
[Ayra Starr](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ayra_Starr) continues to break records since her 2021 debut EP, while the [NFL](https://www.nfl.com) and the [Tottenham Hotspur Stadium](https://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/the-stadium/) benefit from the cultural crossover.
The full performance can be viewed online via the original BellaNaija post.