Ed Sheeran Performs for England Squad at World Cup 2026 Training Camp

British singer‑songwriter Ed Sheeran visited the England men’s football team’s World Cup 2026 training camp at the Meadowbrook Hotel in Kansas City, USA. During a private show, he played an acoustic version of “Castle on the Hill” by the pool, a segment later posted on the squad’s social media. Players were seen watching the performance with little visible enthusiasm, prompting jokes from fans online about their apathy.

The appearance follows a growing tradition of Sheeran’s visits to the national team, which he says helps players relax amid tournament pressure. He reminded teammates that “anyone can win, but I think it will be us,” and even hinted at a possible final against France. Sheeran, a minority shareholder in Ipswich Town, has become a recurring figure in England’s World Cup camps, blending music with morale‑boosting moments for the squad.