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Ed Sheeran MetLife concert
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The gist
Ed Sheeran performed at MetLife Stadium Sept. 4-5, 2026, drawing 89,106 fans in 2023. Camila Cabello surprised fans with 'Bam Bam' duet.
Background
Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour, supporting his 2025 album 'Play', stopped at MetLife Stadium for two shows. The tour began in January and has been noted for its in-the-round stage and fan requests. Sheeran holds the record for the largest MetLife crowd, drawing 89,106 in 2023.
How it unfolded
- Jan 2026Ed Sheeran kicked off his Loop Tour.
- Jun 13, 2026North American leg opened at State Farm Stadium in Arizona.
- Sep 4, 2026First MetLife show; Camila Cabello made a surprise appearance for 'Bam Bam'.
- Sep 5, 2026Second MetLife show; Macklemore gave a pro-Palestinian speech.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- MetLife Stadium lists shows as part of Sheeran's current stadium tour.
- Public
- Israeli concertgoers called Macklemore's speech 'like a knife in the heart'.
Still unverified
Macklemore's speech details and crowd reaction are based on a single source.