Ed Sheeran inspires fans in Gelsenkirchen: an unforgettable visit to the stadium

Ed Sheeran inspires fans in Gelsenkirchen: an unforgettable visit to the stadium

Karin Welges Meeting with Ed Sheeran

The city of Gelsenkirchen experienced an unexpected moment of awareness at this year's European Championship in England, comparable to the rise of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. The discussion about the city as a "dirty hole" caused plenty of conversation. But around the English final of the English against Slovakia, Gelsenkirchen had the chance to rehabilitation.

On June 30, the city received a second chance when many English fans, including a particularly prominent, came to Gelsenkirchen to follow the game.

Ed Sheeran as a surprise guest in the Veltins-Arena

That evening Ed Sheeran was not on stage, but as an enthusiastic fan in the Veltins-Arena. Many fans were surprised to discover the British pop singer among them. Karin Welge, the mayor of Gelsenkirchen, did not miss the opportunity to take a photo with the popular musician. She described the meeting as a special joy, especially compared to other important personalities that she had previously met.

Joint fan experience with Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran not only followed the game against Slovakia, but was also present in the stadium in the preliminary round game against Denmark. Together with his father, he fired the Three Lions. Although the result against Denmark was a tie, the English had more to celebrate in Gelsenkirchen because they not only won the only preliminary round, but also entered the quarter -finals.

- Nag