South African singer Tyla is set to join other musicians in performing the national anthem at the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup between South Africa and Mexico.
The match will take place in Mexico City, with South Africa looking to begin their campaign on a positive note against the host nation.
Tyla continues to enjoy a remarkable rise in her career and is set to showcase her talent on one of the world’s biggest sporting stages. The performance marks another milestone for the singer as she continues to gain international recognition.
The 24-year-old star has already appeared at several major events and achieved global success through hit songs such as Water, which helped establish her as one of Africa’s fastest-rising music stars.
It is a significant achievement for an artist of her age, having reached international prominence in a relatively short period and collaborated with some of the biggest names in the American music industry.
Tyla’s success has continued in 2026 after she recently won two awards at the American Music Awards, becoming the only African artist to receive multiple honours at this year’s ceremony.
