Davido, French Montana headline international lineup for AFCON 2025 opening concert

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Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, will lead the star-studded line-up for the opening concert of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Rabat, Morocco.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced on Thursday that the pre-tournament show will feature global hip-hop artist French Montana, Moroccan singer Douaa Lahyaoui, French-Moroccan hitmaker Lartiste, and rising talent Says’z.

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Scheduled for Saturday, a day ahead of the tournament’s official kickoff, the concert is set to set the stage for a month-long football and entertainment festival.

In its statement, CAF said, “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. This diverse selection reflects AFCON’s celebration of African culture, music, and global influence.”

The statement added that fans in Rabat and across Africa are eagerly anticipating a night where football and music converge on a grand stage.

AFCON 2025 will feature Africa’s top national teams, promising a mix of high-quality football, cultural showcases, and entertainment to captivate audiences across the continent.

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