Kenya, Sept. 16 -- Sofiya Nzau EA FC 26 soundtrack feature marks a triumphant moment for Kenyan music on the global stage, as the rising singer's track "Your Love (Antdot Remix)" joins the official playlist for the highly anticipated EA Sports FC 26 video game, set for release on September 26, 2025.
Born Sofiya Wanjiku in Miruri, Murang'a County, on February 20, 1993, Nzau has captivated audiences with her signature combination of Kikuyu vocals and electronic dance music, and this inclusion alongside stars like Ed Sheeran and PinkPantheress shows her rapid ascent from local streets to international playlists, inspiring a new wave of Kenyan artists eyeing global collaborations.
Nzau's journey began humbly, working as a street vendor and domestic helper in Thika from 2015 to 2020, before the COVID-19 pandemic prompted her to pivot fully into songwriting in December 2020.
Her breakthrough came in 2023 with "Mwaki", a house remix by Brazilian DJ Zerb that exploded on TikTok, amassing billions of streams and introducing her ethereal Kikuyu lyrics to the world.
The track's viral success led to partnerships with heavyweights like Diplo, Steve Aoki, and Avaion, propelling her to over nine million monthly Spotify listeners-the highest in East Africa.
With "Your Love (Antdot Remix)"-a pulsating collaboration with PLS&TY-featured on the FC 26 soundtrack, Nzau becomes the second Kenyan artist to achieve this honour, following Matata's "Not Today" in FC 24.
The 91-song lineup, spanning 30 nations and genres from Afrobeats to indie rock, reflects EA Sports' commitment to cultural diversity, with unreleased cuts from Joy Crookes and Labrinth adding fresh energy for gamers worldwide.
In an Instagram post celebrating the news, Nzau expressed elation: "So proud to announce that 'Your Love (Antdot Remix)' is featured on EA Sports FC 26! This is an incredible moment for Kenyan music and culture. Our sound is reaching the world."
Fans across Kenya and beyond flooded social media with congratulations, sharing clips of her performances and debating how this exposure could boost her upcoming projects, including potential tours in Europe.
The FC 26 soundtrack, available now on Spotify, promises to soundtrack virtual matches with its eclectic vibe, from Rudimental's "London's Burning" to Wet Leg's "Pond Song", making Nzau's contribution a highlight for football enthusiasts discovering Afro-house gems.
This milestone arrives amid the evolution of EA Sports FC since its rebranding from FIFA in 2023, with the game boasting enhanced gameplay on platforms like PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. For Nzau, it's a validation of her genre-defying style, fusing traditional Kikuyu elements with modern EDM to create tracks that resonate universally.
Kenyan music circles are abuzz, with industry watchers predicting the achievement could lead to more soundtrack spots for East African talents, elevating the region's profile in gaming soundscapes.
As the Sofiya Nzau EA FC 26 soundtrack feature gains traction, it symbolises the fusion of sports, culture, and music that defines the franchise.
With the game's launch just days away, Nzau's infectious rhythms are poised to inspire a new generation of players and listeners, bridging Nairobi's vibrant scenes to stadiums worldwide and paving the way for more Kenyan voices in global entertainment.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Bana Kenya.