Ed Sheeran made an unexpected appearance during a Sky Sports interview when Manchester United’s new manager, Ruben Amorim, was discussing the team’s recent 1-1 draw with Ipswich.
In a moment that caught viewers off guard, Ed Sheeran, the well-known singer and lifelong Ipswich fan, approached Jamie Redknapp as he was interviewing Ruben Amorim live on Sky Sports. Amorim, who was reflecting on his first match since leaving Sporting Lisbon to lead Manchester United, found his interview momentarily halted as Sheeran greeted Redknapp with a hug. This interruption did not go unnoticed, prompting Redknapp to humorously suggest to Sheeran to “come and say hello in a minute.”
Not surprisingly, the unexpected cameo did not sit well with some on social media, who labeled Sheeran’s interruption as “rude” and demanded an apology. Addressing the incident, Sheeran took to Instagram to express his regret, admitting, “Apologies if I offended Amorim yesterday, didn’t actually realize he was being interviewed at the time, was popping to say hi and bye to Jamie.” He showed a touch of self-deprecating humor by adding, “Obvz feel a bit of a bellend but life goes on. Great game though, congrats on all involved.”
The game, held at Portman Road, saw an early goal from Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford, which was soon equalized by Ipswich’s Omari Hutchinson. It was a significant match for Amorim as it marked his transition from his role in Portugal to managing one of the UK’s most prestigious football clubs.
Adding another layer to the story, Sheeran, who holds a minority stake in Ipswich, was seen celebrating after Hutchinson’s goal, cementing his lifelong association with the team. His enthusiasm for the club was highlighted recently by Ipswich’s CEO, Mark Ashton, who revealed that Sheeran played a role in signing a new player during the off-season. According to Ashton, Sheeran took part in a Zoom call with the prospective player right before going on stage with Taylor Swift.
The amusing interruption by Sheeran brought both the game and Amorim’s debut into an unexpected spotlight, merging the worlds of pop music and football. Meanwhile, Amorim’s focus remains on steering Manchester United to new heights while fans hope for more thrilling performances under his leadership.
Ed Sheeran’s unscripted appearance during the Sky Sports interview might have ruffled a few feathers, but it also brought a light-hearted twist to the eventful day. As Manchester United’s new manager, Ruben Amorim, embarks on this new chapter, the football community is eager to see his impact on the team. Despite the momentary disruption, both Sheeran’s enthusiasm for Ipswich and Amorim’s journey with United unfold with fervor and anticipation.
Source: News.sky
