HE Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), has announced new updates for the upcoming Fanatics Flag Football Classic, scheduled for Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. The event is part of Riyadh Season and aims to deliver a unique global flag football experience.
The announcement was made through a video shared on Alalshikh's official Instagram account, featuring NFL legend Tom Brady. Brady revealed that global music star Travis Scott will join the event with a world-class live performance. The video also introduced Jayden Daniels of the Washington Commanders as the second team captain and unveiled the names of the three participating teams: Wildcats, Founders, and Mustangs.
This marks Tom Brady's first official return to the field since retiring in 2023. The event will be broadcast live on FOX Sports and streamed on Tubi, reaching a global audience. By combining high-energy competition with top-tier entertainment, the Fanatics Flag Football Classic underscores Riyadh Season's role in positioning Riyadh as a premier destination for major international events.
Riyadh Season, now in its sixth edition, continues to expand the Kingdom's entertainment landscape by hosting world-class experiences that attract visitors from within Saudi Arabia and abroad. The inclusion of Travis Scott's performance highlights the growing scale and ambition of events in the capital.
