Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems has made history as the first African artist to headline the FIFA Club World Cup final.
Tems performed during the final match between Chelsea and PSG on Sunday, 13, 2025.
The announcement of Tems by the co-producers of the event, FIFA and Global Citizen, had generated excitement among football and music fans worldwide.
She took to the stage to thrill the global audience with some of her hits, ‘Essence’, ‘Born in the Wild’, and ‘Free Mind.’
With this milestone, the songstress joined the list of international music stars, Shakira and Jennifer Lopez, who have graced the FIFA stage.
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In 2021, Tems won her first Grammy for her contribution to the 2022 hit song, ‘Wait For U’ by rapper Future featuring Drake.
In 2025, she also won a Grammy Award for the ‘Best African Performance’ category.
Earlier in February, Tems joined Major League Soccer (MLS) side San Diego FC’s ownership group as a club partner.
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The singer joined the ownership group through her company, The Leading Vibe.
In the process, she became the first African woman to be involved in MLS ownership. “We are delighted that Tems has joined San Diego FC as a club partner.”
SDFC chairman Sir Mohamed Mansour said in a statement.
“Tems is a globally significant artist who will help us reach new audiences and spread the word about our unique project, which, of course, has its foundations in sub-Saharan Africa through the unique Right to Dream organisation.”
Reacting to her addition as the latest partner in SDFC’s ownership group, the singer said:
“I am thrilled to join San Diego FC’s ownership group. To be part of a club that celebrates creativity, culture, and the power of community.
Football has a unique way of bringing people together. I am excited to help build something special in San Diego, a city that thrives on diversity and innovation.”
