In a landmark moment for its global expansion, the NFL is bringing a star artist to the Emerald Isle to perform the halftime show for its first-ever regular-season game in Ireland.
The highly anticipated Week 4 matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steelers at Croke Park in Dublin will feature award-winning artist Myles Smith, who is best known for his 2024 singles "Stargazing" and "Nice to Meet You."
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Smith is regarded as one of the most promising young artists in music today. His selection for the halftime show aligns with the NFL’s strategy to engage a younger, international audience by featuring artists who have built a strong following through social media. Here's what to know about Dublin's halftime performer.
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Is there a Vikings-Steelers halftime show?
Yes, there is a halftime show for Vikings-Steelers, which is headlined by Smith.
Smith won the 2025 Rising Star BRIT Award, and he generated over one billion streams globally in 2024 with hits such as "Stargazing" and "Nice to Meet You." The artist will be joined by The Line-Up Choir, a Dublin-based choir that will join him for some of his songs.
"It's an honor to be part of the NFL's first game in Ireland and be performing alongside all these amazing local artists," said Smith said on Steelers.com. "Dublin has such great energy, and I hope my performance brings even more excitement to the day for fans attending and watching worldwide."
The NFL is making its inaugural regular-season game in Ireland a cultural spectacle, and Smith's performance is a major component of that effort.
Also, as part of the show, Irish star Lyra will perform the country's national anthem.
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Who is Myles Smith?
Smith, who is from Luton, England, began his career in local pubs before finding viral fame on TikTok and other social media platforms. He built a dedicated following by consistently releasing snippets of original songs that quickly went viral, setting the stage for his global rise. His authentic, acoustic-driven content and warm vocals resonated with millions, establishing him as a prominent new voice in music.
His rapid ascent was met with a number of significant accolades. In 2024, Smith was honored with the BBC Introducing Artist of the Year award. He received three nominations at the 2025 BRIT Awards, an event where he won the BRIT Rising Star Award. This was followed by a major career milestone, as he joined Ed Sheeran on the European leg of his 2025 tour, performing as the opening act for the global superstar.
As he continues to build his career, Smith is widely regarded as one of the most promising young artists in music today. His rise has been rapid, culminating in a performance at the NFL's first-ever regular season game in Dublin, a sign that his star power now reaches beyond the digital world and onto the global stage.
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