by Peace Umanah — May 28, 2026

Zlatan Joins Balde for Barcelona x Spotify Pre-Game Mixtape

Barcelona & Spotify Tap Zlatan for Episode 3 of Pre-Game Mixtape

Nigerian street-pop star Zlatan has teamed up with Alejandro Balde for Episode 3 of the Barcelona x Spotify Pre-Game Mixtape series, further strengthening the growing connection between football, music, and global youth culture.

The collaboration forms part of the ongoing creative partnership between FC Barcelona and Spotify, a campaign designed to blend the worlds of sport and music by spotlighting influential artists and football stars ahead of major matches.

Zlatan’s appearance marks another important moment for Afrobeats and Nigerian music culture on the global stage. Known for his energetic personality, street-inspired sound, and strong cultural influence, the artist brings a vibrant African presence to the internationally recognized series.

Joining Balde — one of Barcelona’s exciting young talents — the episode is expected to showcase the personalities, musical tastes, and cultural influences that shape both stars beyond football and music alone. The Pre-Game Mixtape concept continues to give fans a more personal and lifestyle-focused connection to athletes and artists through curated sounds and conversations.

The collaboration also highlights Spotify’s increasing embrace of African music and its global crossover appeal, with Afrobeats continuing to play a major role in international pop culture spaces.

As music and football continue to intersect globally, Zlatan’s involvement in the Barcelona x Spotify series further reflects the expanding influence of Nigerian artists within worldwide entertainment and sports culture.