Grammy-winning South African singer Tyla has reached another major milestone in her career after joining forces with American rapper Future for a global collaboration ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The two stars officially released their new anthem titled Game Time on Friday, 29 May 2026. The track forms part of the FIFA Sound soundtrack rollout for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, which will take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The collaboration brings together two different music worlds. Tyla delivers her fresh global pop and amapiano-inspired sound, while Future adds his signature hip-hop style. Fans across the world have already reacted with excitement to the release, loving the unexpected collaboration.
TYLA TAKES SOUTH AFRICA TO THE GLOBAL STAGE
Tyla’s involvement in the FIFA World Cup celebrations marks another huge moment for the South African star, who continues to grow into one of Africa’s biggest international artists.
The singer has officially been confirmed as one of the performers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening celebrations. She is expected to perform in both Mexico City and Los Angeles as part of the global kickoff events.
One of the biggest highlights will be Tyla’s headline performance at the iconic Estadio Azteca on 11 June. The performance will happen just before the opening match between South Africa and Mexico, making it a proud moment for South African football and music fans.
TYLA SET TO SHARE THE STAGE WITH GLOBAL STARS
The celebrations will continue on 12 June when Tyla performs again at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. She is expected to share the stage with several international stars, including Katy Perry, LISA, and Rema.
The FIFA Sound initiative aims to connect football and music fans from around the world while building excitement ahead of one of the biggest sporting events globally. This new soundtrack captures the energy, unity, and passion that the World Cup brings.
For Tyla, this collaboration and her upcoming performances continue to prove that her global star power is growing rapidly. She also recently celebrated another career achievement after winning two major awards at the American Music Awards.