MILLIONS OF FANS AROUND THE WORLD WATCHED THE ICONIC ROCK BAND PERFORM BEFORE THE BIGGEST CLUB FOOTBALL GAME

MUNICH, May 31, 2025 — #PEPSIKICKOFFSHOW – Global icons LINKIN PARK headlined the UEFA Champions League Final Kick Off Show presented by Pepsi at the Munich Football Arena. The band played live just before the major European club football match, delivering an unforgettable experience for the stadium audience and millions of viewers worldwide.

 

 

The UEFA Champions League Final Kick Off Show presented by Pepsi was held before a sold-out crowd prior to the match between Paris Saint-German and FC Internazionale Milano. LINKIN PARK entertained fans with an exciting performance that included popular tracks, a memorable stage design, and impressive special effects.

LINKIN PARK recently returned to the music scene with FROM ZERO, their first new music in seven years. The album topped charts globally and included hit songs like “Heavy Is The Crown” and “The Emptiness Machine,” which became the biggest rock song of 2024 with over 250 million streams. Billboard reported that LINKIN PARK was the only rock band to surpass 2 Billion yearly streams in 2024.

The band’s new era reached new heights by bringing together football and music fans with a captivating performance. The setlist featured a selection of their best songs from the past and present. LINKIN PARK delivered an energetic performance of iconic hits like “In The End” and “Numb”, as well as “Heavy Is The Crown” and “The Emptiness Machine” from their new album FROM ZERO (Deluxe Edition), released on May 16th. Fans can see LINKIN PARK on their From Zero World Tour, with dates and tickets at .

The setlist also included a segment of the track LINKIN PARK created to mark the official announcement in April, blending their signature sound with European football culture. The segment incorporated sounds inspired by UEFA Champions League football, such as the sound of a ball being kicked, a referee’s whistle, and passionate fans, as a tribute to football fans in the stadium and around the world.

LINKIN PARK’s outstanding performance featured masked performers in flowing capes, dynamic flag choreography, and state-of-the-art SFX to create a visually stunning mix of music, movement, and design.

Pepsi, with its long history in sports and music, is proud to present the UEFA Champions League Final Kick Off Show each year, combining football and music for an epic night of entertainment. The event showcases iconic artists and unites football and music fans through a compelling spectacle, reflecting Pepsi’s ‘Thirsty For More’ global platform.

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