Grammy-winning Afro-fusion artist Burna Boy made a surprise appearance at England’s Euro 2025 Women’s trophy parade in London, performing in front of Buckingham Palace to the delight of England manager Sarina Wiegman, the Lionesses, and tens of thousands of fans.

– The England Women’s football team arrived back in London after defending their Euro title with a dramatic penalty shootout win over Spain in Basel. Thousands packed The Mall for an open-top bus procession, followed by a live stage event outside Buckingham Palace.

– Hosted by former Lioness Alex Scott, the event featured speeches, music, and crowd-favorite tributes. Burna Boy—revealed as Sarina Wiegman’s favorite artist—was introduced and shocked everyone by joining the stage to perform his hit “For My Hand”.

– Wiegman, known for her composed and reserved demeanor, appeared completely stunned and excited. She embraced Burna Boy and danced on stage alongside him—a first for her at such events.

– The crowd erupted as the iconic duo sang and danced; teammates captured the moment on camera amid euphoric cheers.

Wider Impact

– The parade drew 65,000 advocates of women’s football, representing the growing fan base and national pride following England’s back-to-back Euros success.

– The emotions ran deep: England captain Leah Williamson tearfully reflected on the journey, while Chloe Kelly’s on-stage reaction captured the raw passion of the team.

– This moment reflects how music and sport can combine to create shared experiences across cultural lines.