Linkin Park will headline the upcoming UEFA Champions League final kick-off show at Munich Football Arena on May 31. The teams for the finale of one of the most prestigious football tournaments on Earth have not yet been announced, but regardless of which top-division European club makes the cut, they will have the pitch more than warmed up for them by the “Heavy Is the Crown” band. “With our new album and ongoing tour, we’ve been overwhelmed by the fans’ energy and excitement,” said the band in a statement about their ongoing global outing in support of last year’s From Zero LP, their first with singer Emily Strong, who replaced late vocalist Chester Bennington. “We can’t wait to share that same energy and excitement at the UEFA Champions League final Kick Off Show presented by Pepsi. This marks a totally new experience for us as a band, and we’re excited to share some of our favorite songs from the past and present, with the thousands in the crowd and millions watching around the world.” As part of the announcement, LP composed and recorded a new remix mashing up their 2004 Billboard Hot 100 No. 11 hit “Numb” with such iconic UEFA Champions League football sounds as the strike of a boot on leather, a free kick whistle and rabid fan handclaps and shouts in a colorful 45-second video with killer football highlights. “This year’s UEFA Champions League final Kick Off Show presented by Pepsi promises to be a spectacular moment, with one of the world’s most iconic rock bands performing live just minutes before the biggest match in European club football,” said UC3 co-managing director Guy-Laurent Epstein in a statement. “Together with Pepsi, we’re proud to continue enhancing the fan experience – both in the stadium and for millions watching around the world – with unforgettable entertainment on and off the pitch.” The UEFA Champions League final kick-off show will be aired around the world just minutes before the game begins. Fans can tune in to watch the kick-off show through their local broadcaster and on the official UEFA YouTube channel. Eric Melis, VP of global brand marketing for kick-off show presenting sponsor Pepsi, added, “We are proud to announce that one of the most influential rock bands of the 21st century will be headlining this year’s UEFA Champions League final Kick Off Show presented by Pepsi. This marks our ninth year bringing together millions of viewers from around the world, with LINKIN PARK sure to put on a show like no other, live from the Munich Football Arena in Germany. We’re delighted to be working with a group of artists who live by our ‘Thirsty For More’ philosophy, reflecting the same spirit of innovation and boldness that Pepsi embodies – and we can’t wait to see how fans react to this unmissable show.” Watch LP’s UCL final kick-off show preview video below.