Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, is set to headline the opening concert of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Rabat, Morocco.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) confirmed on Thursday that Davido will lead a star-studded international lineup for the pre-tournament concert.
Joining him on stage are global hip-hop sensation French Montana, Moroccan singer Douaa Lahyaoui, French-Moroccan chart-topper Lartiste, and rising talent Says’z.
Scheduled for Saturday, a day before the tournament officially begins, the concert is expected to kick off the month-long football festival with a celebration of music and culture.
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“The Confederation of African Football has officially announced the artists set to headline the opening concert of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Rabat,” the statement read.
“Global hip-hop star French Montana and Nigerian Afrobeats icon Davido will lead an exciting international line-up, joined by Moroccan sensation Douaa Lahyaoui, French-Moroccan hitmaker Lartiste, and rising artist Says’z. The diverse selection reflects AFCON’s celebration of African culture, music, and global influence.
“The opening concert is scheduled for Saturday, just a day before the tournament kicks off, setting the tone for what is expected to be an unforgettable AFCON in Morocco. Fans in Rabat and across Africa are eagerly counting down to a night where football and music unite on a grand stage.”
AFCON 2025 will showcase Africa’s top national teams, promising a unique mix of sports, entertainment, and cultural highlights for fans across the continent.