Manuel Turizo will take the stage at halftime when the Cincinnati Bengals meet the Atlanta Falcons in the 2026 NFL Madrid Game at the Bernabéu Stadium on Nov. 8.
Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. local time in Madrid, or 9:30 a.m. ET. The Colombian singer’s set will be one of seven American Express-presented halftime performances attached to the league’s 2026 international slate.
Quick facts
- Bengals vs. Falcons: Sunday, Nov. 8, at Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid.
- Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. CET / 9:30 a.m. ET.
- Halftime performer: Colombian recording artist Manuel Turizo.
- Spanish broadcast of the complete performance: DAZN, Cuatro and Mediaset Infinity.
- The 2026 schedule includes seven international halftime shows across seven countries and four continents.
Turizo arrives in Madrid after releasing his fifth studio album, APAMBICHAO, in 2026. He has built a worldwide audience with a mix of reggaetón, pop and tropical music, including songs such as “Una Lady como tú,” “La Bachata,” “El Merengue,” “Vagabundo” and “Copa Vacía.”
“I’m delighted to be part of the NFL halftime show in Madrid,” Turizo said, promising surprises for fans and calling for an unforgettable atmosphere at the game.
The league views Madrid as a key stop in its expanding overseas schedule. Tim Tubito, the NFL’s senior director of global game presentation, music and entertainment, said Turizo brings the cultural connection and international reach sought for a show tailored to the city.
Limited-edition merchandise tied to Turizo’s appearance will be sold at NFL Shops on game day and at league events during the week leading into the matchup. More details on entertainment programming and fan events in Madrid are expected later.
International halftime lineup
Madrid is part of the largest single-season international schedule in NFL history. The league has already confirmed the following performers for the other 2026 games:
- Jonas Brothers — Melbourne Cricket Ground, Sept. 10.
- Pedro Sampaio and Ricky Martin — Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Sept. 27.
- Ayra Starr — Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, Oct. 11.
- Burna Boy — Stade de France in Paris, Oct. 25.
- Cage the Elephant — FC Bayern Munich Stadium in Munich, Nov. 15.
- The Warning — Estadio Banorte in Mexico City, Nov. 22.
The 2026 international calendar also includes three London games, with two at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and one at Wembley Stadium. Madrid, Melbourne, Mexico City, Munich, Paris and Rio de Janeiro are the other listed host markets.
Through the previous international schedule, 65 regular-season NFL games have been played outside the United States. Host cities have included London, Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Madrid, Dublin, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Mexico City and Toronto, along with Melbourne.
