Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has officially been unveiled as one of the artists selected for the FIFA World Cup 2026 album, placing him among a global lineup of musicians chosen to help soundtrack football’s biggest event.
The award-winning singer is set to feature on a song titled “No Place Like Home,” a collaboration that brings together Davido, internationally renowned electronic music collective Major Lazer, and Canadian pop star Nelly Furtado.
The announcement marks yet another significant milestone in Davido’s growing international journey, further reinforcing his status as one of Africa’s most influential musical exports.
His inclusion on the World Cup project comes shortly after FIFA confirmed him as one of the headline performers for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert scheduled to take place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The event is expected to serve as one of the tournament’s biggest pre-kickoff celebrations.
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Over the years, Davido has played a key role in expanding the global reach of Afrobeats, earning international acclaim through chart-topping releases, sold-out performances, and collaborations with artists across multiple continents. His presence on the World Cup album reflects the continued rise of African music within mainstream global culture.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 album is expected to be one of the tournament’s most diverse musical projects yet, reportedly bringing together artists from different regions, genres, and cultural backgrounds in celebration of the world’s biggest football competition.
Davido joins a growing number of African artists linked to the project, highlighting the continent’s increasing influence on major global entertainment and sporting platforms.
For the Nigerian superstar, appearing on an official FIFA World Cup soundtrack represents another landmark moment in a career already defined by international recognition and cultural impact. As football and music once again come together on a global stage, “No Place Like Home” is expected to be one of the standout records on an album designed to unite fans from every corner of the world.
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