Selling out stadiums around the US may not be the only thing on Ed Sheeran’s mind at the moment, as he was recently seen serving customers behind a bar at a football club in his hometown. The musician was reportedly spotted at Ipswich Town Football Club, serving other fans ahead of their game against Hull City. Sheeran, who is a known fan of the club, is currently on a three-week break from his US tour.
According to a fan who witnessed the singer behind the bar, Sheeran was in good spirits and happy to take pictures with fans. The sighting was a surprise for many, as the musician has been keeping a low profile since the pandemic began. Prior to his stint at the football club, Sheeran reportedly returned to his former school to perform for current students.
The musician, who hails from Framlingham in Suffolk, has been a regular visitor to Ipswich Town’s Portman Road home and has even sponsored the club’s football shirt for three seasons. Sheeran’s ties to the team have been well-known among fans, though his status as a world-renowned musician puts him in a different league entirely.
Despite his success, Sheeran appears to remain close to his roots and his hometown community. In addition to visiting his former school and serving behind the bar at the football club, the musician has also been seen frequenting other local spots in Suffolk. Fans will no doubt be pleased to see Sheeran giving back to his community in such a hands-on way
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