Karol G will help ring in the new NFL season with a special performance live from Brazil on Friday (Sept. 5).
The Colombian star will headline the halftime show during YouTube’s first-ever exclusive NFL live broadcast, set to take place at Corinthians Arena in São Paulo, where the reigning AFC champion Kansas City Chiefs will take on the Los Angeles Chargers.
“I’m so excited to be part of YouTube’s first-ever NFL live broadcast, it’s truly an honor and a moment I’m so proud to be part of,” Karol G previously expressed in a statement. “I’ve watched many NFL halftime shows over the years and now having this opportunity to bring my music to this global stage means the world to me. I can’t wait to celebrate with everyone in São Paulo and fans all around the world.”
For Chiefs, Chargers and/or Karol G fans who will not be in Brazil to catch all the action, you’ll be able to livestream the game and halftime show for free. The week 1 matchup will stream on the NFL’s YouTube channel, beginning with YouTube’s pre-game show at 7 p.m. ET and the game kicking off at 8 p.m. ET. You can also livestream the football game and Karol G performance online free with a free trial to DirecTV.
It was announced in August that Karol G would perform during the halftime show. The news was accompanied by a photo of Karol dressed in Tropicoqueta flair, a nod to her latest album, while holding a football helmet. It’s unclear what song or songs she’ll perform but the “Papasito” singer has been documenting her excitement on social media. In her latest Instagram Story, she’s walking the football field flashing a smile from ear to ear. “I can feel the energy,” she says in the short clip.
Watch the NFL YouTube livestream here, starting Friday at 7 p.m. ET.