Ed Sheeran Apologizes to Ruben Amorim After Interrupting Live Interview

Ed Sheeran Apologises to Manchester United Manager Ruben Amorim After Interrupting Live Sky Sports Interview

Ed Sheeran has issued an apology to Manchester United’s new manager, Ruben Amorim, after causing an unexpected interruption during a live Sky Sports interview. The incident occurred following United’s 1-1 draw against Ipswich Town on Sunday, a match that marked Amorim’s first game in charge of the Red Devils.

Amorim, who recently joined Manchester United from Sporting Lisbon, was speaking to Sky Sports analyst Jamie Redknapp after the game when Sheeran, a well-known Ipswich Town fan, approached the duo. In a lighthearted gesture, the singer walked up to Redknapp, giving him a hug, which caused the interview to come to an abrupt halt. Redknapp, momentarily thrown off, politely asked Sheeran to wait, telling him, “Come and say hello in a minute.”

However, Sheeran’s unexpected appearance sparked some backlash on social media, with some fans accusing the singer of being disrespectful to Amorim during the live broadcast. The situation quickly caught attention, prompting Sheeran to take to Instagram to clarify his intentions and offer an apology.

“Apologies if I offended Amorim yesterday, didn’t actually realise he was being interviewed at the time, was popping to say hi and bye to Jamie,” Sheeran wrote. “Obvz feel a bit of a bellend but life goes on. Great game though, congrats on all involved.”

While Sheeran’s gesture may have caused a moment of awkwardness, it’s clear the singer had no ill intent. His playful interaction was merely an attempt to greet his friend, Redknapp, as he made his way past the broadcast area. Sheeran, who holds a minority stake in Ipswich Town, was present at Portman Road to watch the match, and had been celebrating with the fans after Omari Hutchinson’s equaliser for the home side.

The match itself saw an early goal from Marcus Rashford for United in the second minute, but Ipswich responded through Hutchinson, leaving the score level at 1-1 when the final whistle blew. It was a significant moment for Amorim, who is transitioning from a successful tenure at Sporting Lisbon to a high-profile managerial role at one of the Premier League’s most storied clubs.

Sheeran’s connection to Ipswich Town goes beyond fandom; the singer has been instrumental in supporting the club’s activities. Last week, Ipswich CEO Mark Ashton revealed that Sheeran had played a pivotal role in helping the club sign a new player during the off-season. The singer took a Zoom call with the player just before heading to a performance with Taylor Swift, showcasing his dedication to his boyhood club even while on the road.

Despite the brief interruption, the game itself was a memorable one, marking the beginning of a new era for Ruben Amorim at Manchester United, and Sheeran’s apology helped smooth over any lingering tensions caused by the unexpected on-screen moment.