Published • loading... • Updated
Ricky Martin halftime show reviews: The best, worst reactions to NFL Brazil performance
- On Sunday, September 27, 2026, Latin music pioneer Ricky Martin and Brazilian DJ Pedro Sampaio headlined the NFL Rio Game halftime show at Maracanã Stadium, debuting their new high-energy track 'Pikito, Pikito.'
- Choreographed by Parris Goebel, the performance featured the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and included a playful moment where Sampaio gave Martin a 'pikito,' an expression meaning 'quick kiss,' on the cheek.
- Following the show, the song arrived on streaming services via Sony Music Latin at 6 p.m. ET; Martin, a pioneer known for 'Livin' la Vida Loca,' showcased original footwork to the vibrant beat.
- Fan reaction to the halftime show remained mixed, with some social media users criticizing the lip-syncing techniques; soccer star Neymar watched the performance from the stands.
- This halftime show occurred during the Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys matchup, marking the NFL's second overseas game of the 2026 season as the league expands its international footprint.
Insights by Ground AI
12 Articles
12 Articles
The expected show of Ricky Martin and Pedro Sampaio animated the Maracanã in the interval of the game between Dallas Cowboys and Baltimore Ravens, the first of the NFL in the history of the stadium. The artists were two of the main attractions. The audience sang the main successes of both, such as "Jet Ski" and "Cavalinho", of the Brazilian DJ, and "Livin' La Vida Loca, of the Puerto Rican singer. The presentation was accompanied by fires in lig…
·Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Read Full Article
The Brazilian DJ invited Ricky Martin to the performance.
·Lisboa, Portugal
Read Full Article
Pedro Sampaio and Ricky Martin did an animated show in the interval of the first NFL game in Rio de Janeiro, between Dallas Cowboys and Baltimore Ravens.
·São Paulo, Brazil
Read Full Article
Coverage Details
Total News Sources12
Leaning Left3Leaning Right2Center1Last UpdatedBias Distribution50% Left
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources lean Left
50% Left
L 50%
C 17%
R 33%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
