Main points
- Ed Sheeran celebrated Ipswich Town's return to the English Premier League with the team in the locker room.
- Sheeran is a minority shareholder in the club and a prominent supporter, having previously purchased a 1.4% stake in the team.
Ed Sheeran / Collage of Channel 24
Ipswich Town have returned to the English Premier League. British singer Ed Sheeran celebrated the news with the team.
The Shape of You singer reacted emotionally to the success of Ipswich Town Football Club. The video was posted on the team's page.
The football team was in for a surprise when they arrived at the locker room – a famous singer was waiting for them. Ed Sheeran joked and rejoiced with the football players.
The musician did not hide his emotions after his favorite club returned to the English Premier League. The artist was spotted holding a glass of beer in his hands. They sang Ed Sheeran's hit The A Team together.
Ed Sheeran celebrated the team's victory: video
In a BBC commentary, Ed Sheeran said it was “incredible to go through this with friends and family.”
Ed Sheeran is an avid fan
- Ed Sheeran is one of Ipswich Town's most prominent supporters. He has publicly supported the team on numerous occasions. In 2024, Ed Sheeran became a minority shareholder in the club, acquiring a 1.4% stake, and previously sponsored the team's shirts.
- Last fall, it was announced that Ed Sheeran would play for Ipswich, as he received the number 17 shirt. However, the artist never took to the field.
As a reminder, on Saturday, Ipswich Town defeated QPR (Queens Park Rangers) 3:0, securing promotion to the Premier League.