UEFA has announced that Nigerian musician Burna Boy will form part of the festivities in the final of this year’s European continental football tournament.
The Grammy Award-winner and multi-platinum-selling singer, songwriter, and producer will co-headline the 2023 UEFA Champions League Final Kick-Off Show by Pepsi®.
UEFA announced that the United States of America-based star will perform at the Atatürk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul on Saturday, June 10.
Famed for his global chart-topping hits Last Last and It’s Plenty, the Nigerian star will bring his energy and signature soulful vibes of Afrobeats to millions of fans before the biggest club fixture in football gets underway.
“As a huge football fan myself, I know it doesn’t get any bigger than the UEFA Champions League! That’s why I’m so excited to be performing on the Pepsi stage at this year’s final. The world isn’t ready for what we have in store,” he said.
“Music and football are the ultimate combinations, so you already know I’ll be bringing the vibes and making magic in Istanbul. The world isn’t ready for what we have in store!”
Now in its seventh year, the UEFA Champions League Final Kick-Off Show by Pepsi® – formerly known as the UEFA Champions League Opening Ceremony – unites music, sport, and culture through a show-stopping performance.
This year’s other co-headliner will be announced soon.
Speaking for the European football governing body, Guy-Laurent Epstein, UEFA marketing director said the UEFA Champions League Final Kick-Off Show is a significant part of our joint efforts with Pepsi.
“It provides an incredible opportunity to reach new and younger audiences with some of the biggest names and rising stars in music,” remarked Epstein.
“We’re excited to showcase a line-up of talented artists at this season’s final in Istanbul in what is sure to be an energetic and memorable performance.”
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