Harry Styles was caught on camera reveling in England’s dramatic 2‑1 comeback against the Democratic Republic of Congo, moments before he was due to take the stage at Wembley.
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The match swung in the final minutes, with Congo having taken an early lead before England’s late surge secured a spot in the World Cup round of 16, a result that sent the crowd into a frenzy.
Styles, who has long expressed a fondness for football and even participated in charity games with former professionals, was seen cheering alongside friends backstage, his excitement palpable as the final whistle confirmed the victory.
The celebration was amplified by a personal touch: former England defender Rio Ferdinand had presented Styles with a Manchester United shirt earlier, a gift that seemed to fuel the singer’s enthusiasm.
After the Wembley show, Styles will head to North America, with scheduled performances in Mexico City and New York, where fans will likely see the same blend of music and sport enthusiasm.
While gossip about a possible marriage to actress Zoë Kravitz circulates, the artist’s genuine reaction to his country’s win has resonated with supporters, briefly uniting the worlds of pop music and international football.