Former Manchester United star and French football legend, Patrice Evra, recently sparked a buzz online after sharing a video on his official Instagram page. The clip, posted on March 17, 2025, reveals Evra's deep admiration for Nigerian music, particularly Afrobeats.
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| Former Manchester United star Patrice Evra goes viral after vibing to Davido's latest track "Be There Still." Photo: Instagram |
Key Highlights
French football legend Patrice Evra has gone viral after enthusiastically dancing to Davido's latest track "Be There Still" on Instagram. The song is currently topping the Apple Music Naija charts and marks the third release from Davido's highly anticipated album, 5ive, following the successful drops of "Awuke" and "Fund" featuring rapper Odumodublvck. Evra's infectious energy has captured the attention of fans worldwide, further fuelling anticipation for the upcoming album.
Evra's Love for Afrobeats Goes Viral
In the video, the football legend enthusiastically vibed to the latest track by Nigerian celebrity superstar, Davido. The song, "Be There Still," is currently topping the Apple Music Naija charts. As Evra danced to the beats, he couldn't contain his excitement, repeatedly shouting, "Davido, Davido, Davido!" His infectious energy quickly captured the attention of fans worldwide.
About the Song: Be There Still
🔹 Artist – Davido 🔹 Album – 5ive (upcoming) 🔹 Chart Position – Currently topping Apple Music Naija charts 🔹 Previous Releases from the Album – "Awuke" and "Fund" featuring Odumodublvck
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Patrice Evra (@patrice.evra)
Why This Moment Matters
Evra's viral video is more than just a feel-good moment — it is a powerful testament to the unstoppable global rise of Afrobeats. When a football icon of Evra's stature stops to dance and shout the name of a Nigerian artist, it signals just how far African music has travelled beyond its borders. For Davido and his fans, the moment could not have come at a better time — with 5ive on the horizon, the hype is building fast.
Conclusion
Patrice Evra's infectious reaction to Davido's "Be There Still" has reminded the world why Afrobeats continues to dominate global conversations. With the 5ive album generating massive anticipation and tracks already ruling the charts, Davido's moment is clearly now — and even football legends cannot resist the groove.
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