The National Football League announced today that Manuel Turizo will headline the halftime show during the 2026 NFL Madrid Game between the Cincinnati Bengals and Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Nov. 8 at 3:30 p.m. CET (9:30 a.m. ET) from the Bernabéu Stadium.
The Madrid performance will be part of a record seven halftime shows presented by American Express staged across the 2026 NFL International Games -- a lineup of live musical performances spanning seven countries and four continents -- as the league plays its most international games ever in a single season.
Manuel Turizo is one of Colombia's most successful global music stars, known for blending reggaetón, pop and tropical influences into a distinctive sound that has earned billions of streams worldwide. From breakout hit "Una Lady como tú" to chart-topping singles such as "La Bachata," "El Merengue," "Vagabundo" and "Copa Vacía," Turizo has built an international following through genre-spanning music and high-profile collaborations. Following the release of his fifth studio album, APAMBICHAO, in 2026, Manuel Turizo continues to build on his status as one of Latin music's most recognizable global artists. His performance will bring that star power to one of Europe's most iconic stadiums.
"It's a pleasure to be part of the NFL halftime show in Madrid," said Turizo. "We're going to have an amazing time with plenty of surprises for all the football fans. Let's turn it up and make it unforgettable!"
"Madrid has quickly become an important stage for the NFL internationally, and bringing Manuel Turizo to the Bernabéu gives us the opportunity to build a halftime show with real cultural connection and global energy," said Tim Tubito, senior director of global game presentation, music and entertainment at the NFL. "As one of Latin music's most dynamic artists, Turizo reflects the energy, creativity and international appeal we look for when creating these performances. We look forward to delivering a show that feels made for Madrid and gives fans an unforgettable moment on game day."
Manuel Turizo's full halftime performance will be broadcast live in Spain on DAZN, Cuatro and Mediaset Infinity.
Limited-edition merchandise celebrating Manuel Turizo's performance at the 2026 NFL Madrid Game will be available at NFL Shops on Gameday and League events during the week.
The league is committed to growing the game at every level across the country, engaging with fans year-round through partners, programs and initiatives. Further information around the entertainment and fan events surrounding the 2026 NFL Madrid Game will follow soon.
The announcement follows the previously confirmed performances of the Jonas Brothers at the 2026 NFL Melbourne Game on Thursday, Sept. 10 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground; Pedro Sampaio and Ricky Martin at the 2026 NFL Rio Game on Sunday, Sept. 27 at Maracanã Stadium; Ayra Starr at the 2026 NFL London Game on Sunday, Oct. 11 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium; Burna Boy at the 2026 NFL Paris Game on Sunday, Oct. 25 at the Stade de France; Cage the Elephant at the 2026 NFL Munich Game on Sunday, Nov. 15 at FC Bayern Munich Stadium; and The Warning at the 2026 NFL Mexico City Game on Sunday, Nov. 22 at Estadio Banorte.
Ticket information for the 2026 NFL Madrid Game is available at **nfl.com/madrid**.
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Sixty-five regular-season NFL games have been played outside the United States with Melbourne, London, Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Madrid, Dublin, São Paulo, Rio, Mexico City and Toronto having hosted games to date.
2026 NFL International Games (* designates a new market/city for 2026):
- London, U.K. (Two games in Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, one in Wembley Stadium)
- Madrid, Spain (Bernabéu Stadium)
- Melbourne, Australia* (Melbourne Cricket Ground)
- Mexico City, Mexico (Estadio Banorte)
- Munich, Germany (FC Bayern Munich Arena)
- Paris, France* (Stade de France Stadium)
- Rio De Janeiro, Brazil* (Maracanã Stadium)
