Tyla to perform national anthem at FIFA World Cup

Tyla to perform national anthem at FIFA World Cup

And she did it again! South Africa's superstar, Tyla, will perform the national anthem at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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South African music sensation Tyla has officially confirmed that she will perform the South African national anthem ahead of Bafana Bafana's opening match at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The Grammy-winning star shared her excitement about the opportunity, describing it as one of the greatest honours of her career.

Tyla said representing South Africa on football's biggest stage is a moment she will cherish forever.

The performance is expected to take place before South Africa's highly anticipated opening match, with millions of viewers around the world set to tune in.

Tyla's involvement adds another milestone to her remarkable rise in the international music industry. Known for her chart-topping hits and global appeal, the singer continues to fly the South African flag high on the world stage.

Social media was flooded with congratulatory messages following the announcement, with many supporters expressing pride in seeing a South African artist take centre stage at one of the world's most-watched sporting events.

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