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Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Robbie Williams fans rage at Vienna gig disaster after 'fights broke out when VIP ticket holders were rejected from their own seats' in 'dream gig turned nightmare'
Robbie Williams fans were reportedly left furious after a ticketing disaster at the singer's Vienna gig. The British pop star, 51, took to the stage to play for 55,000 fans at a sold-out show at Ernst-Happel-Stadion on Saturday night. But for fans who splashed out on top dollar VIP tickets, they were left gutted when a miscommunication at the stadium saw them rejected from the exclusive seats they had paid for. Speaking to The Mirror, fans revealed that security staff had been given the wrong information regarding wristbands and people without VIP access had been let into the Diamond zone. This meant when people who had paid VIP prices arrived, there was no room left and they were blocked from entering the area - sparking a mid-show apology from organisers. A fan told the publication: 'They turned a dream gig into a nightmare, we didn't get what we paid for — and they can't take that moment back.' Meanwhile a woman who had flown from Manchester for the sold-out gig said: 'I've never felt so ripped off, I paid top money and some random person with a cheaper ticket is standing where I should be.' People at the gig reportedly said there was total chaos at the VIP area with fans shouting and crying after being stopped from entering. MailOnline has contacted organisers for comment. Just a day after his Vienna gig, Robbie jetted off to the US where he belted out the new Official FIFA Anthem, Desire, alongside Italian singer Laura Pausini at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final. Robbie wrote and recorded the high-energy track ahead of the final, after he was confirmed as FIFA's Music Ambassador. Coldplay and Doja Cat also performed a jaw-dropping performance during the halftime show. Chelsea secured a surprise 3-0 win against PSG, with Cole Palmer scoring a brace while Joao Pedro was also on target. Co-written with long-time collaborators Karl Brazil and Owen Parker, alongside Erik Jan Grob, Robbie's track made its debut in the opening show. In a major move for FIFA, Desire will be used across all future tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup 2026 and beyond. For the first time ever, the new anthem will play as teams walk onto the pitch at every FIFA match worldwide. Described as a stadium-ready anthem packed with emotional energy, the song aims to capture the intensity, pride and unity that defines football on the global stage. In his new ambassador role, Robbie has also invited iconic Italian singer Laura to feature on the track. Speaking about the role, Robbie said: 'Music and football bring people together like nothing else - each with their own universal language of connection, emotion, spirit and community. 'When those worlds come together, there's nothing like it, and I'm beyond honoured to be the FIFA Music Ambassador. 'Football and music have both been part of my life for as long as I can remember, so this means a lot to me on a personal level.' On the inspiration behind Desire, he added: 'I've grown up watching the walk-outs, the anthems, the drama. So writing and recording the official FIFA anthem is a real privilege. 'I wanted to create something that captures all of it - the passion, the nerves, the pride and the majesty of that feeling just before kick-off. He continued: 'Football and music have always meant the world to me, and bringing them together on this kind of stage gives me goosebumps. 'I know I'll get to perform this song at some of my favourite tournaments in the coming years, which fills me with excitement. 'It's a real honour that Laura Pausini accepted my invitation to feature on the song – she's an incredible artist with the perfect voice.'
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Robbie Williams sings his heart out with Italian singer Laura Pausini at FIFA Club World Cup while Coldplay and Doja Cat also perform in halftime show
Robbie Williams belted out the new Official FIFA Anthem, Desire, alongside Italian singer Laura Pausini at FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final on Sunday. The Take That icon, 51, wrote and recorded the high-energy track ahead of the final, after he was confirmed as FIFA's Music Ambassador. Coldplay and Doja Cat also performed a jaw-dropping performance during the halftime show. Chelsea secured a surprise 3-0 win against PSG, with Cole Palmer scoring a brace while Joao Pedro was also on target. Trump watched the game alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino and then took centre stage when the trophy was given to Chelsea. Co-written with long-time collaborators Karl Brazil and Owen Parker, alongside Erik Jan Grob, Robbie's track made its debut in the opening show. In a major move for FIFA, Desire will be used across all future tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup 2026 and beyond. For the first time ever, the new anthem will play as teams walk onto the pitch at every FIFA match worldwide. Described as a stadium-ready anthem packed with emotional energy, the song aims to capture the intensity, pride and unity that defines football on the global stage. In his new ambassador role, Robbie has also invited iconic Italian singer Laura to feature on the track. Speaking about the role, Robbie said: 'Music and football bring people together like nothing else - each with their own universal language of connection, emotion, spirit and community. 'When those worlds come together, there's nothing like it, and I'm beyond honoured to be the FIFA Music Ambassador. 'Football and music have both been part of my life for as long as I can remember, so this means a lot to me on a personal level.' On the inspiration behind Desire, he added: 'I've grown up watching the walk-outs, the anthems, the drama. So writing and recording the official FIFA anthem is a real privilege. 'I wanted to create something that captures all of it - the passion, the nerves, the pride and the majesty of that feeling just before kick-off. He continued: 'Football and music have always meant the world to me, and bringing them together on this kind of stage gives me goosebumps. 'I know I'll get to perform this song at some of my favourite tournaments in the coming years, which fills me with excitement. 'It's a real honour that Laura Pausini accepted my invitation to feature on the song – she's an incredible artist with the perfect voice.' Laura Pausini said: 'It's an honour for me to be invited to join Robbie Williams and be featured on the song DESIRE, written by Robbie. 'The song is amazing, really touching. It's a dream to be with him for The FIFA Club World Cup. 'Since I was a little girl growing up in Italy I remember the thrill and passion for football in my home country. 'To be able to perform live with Robbie Williams in front of passionate football fans and to be heard by music fans around the world will be truly amazing.'
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
PSG and Chelsea get underway in Club World Cup final
PSG and Chelsea get underway in Club World Cup final 2025-07-13T19:15:46Z For all the talk about PSG in the build-up, Chelsea have started the stronger side. Really intense pressing from the Premier League side 2025-07-13T19:08:43Z KICK OFF! We're officially underway in the Club World Cup final Advertisement 2025-07-13T19:07:59Z Legendary boxing announcer Michael Buffer is giving this game the build-up it deserves and following it up with his trademark of 'Let's get ready to rumble!' 2025-07-13T19:03:10Z Slightly behind schedule but both sets of players are making their way onto the pitch 2025-07-13T18:59:24Z F-5 fighter jets have just flown overhead in New Jersey. This pre-match has had it all 2025-07-13T18:55:34Z If you didn't think this was already a big game, US president Donald Trump being in the stands confirms it. 2025-07-13T18:52:37Z If this sort of thing is up your street, we've also got a half-time show to look forward to. Advertisement 2025-07-13T18:51:51Z He's now been joined by Italian singer Laura Pausini for a duet 2025-07-13T18:50:19Z Now Robbie Williams is now singing on a makeshift stage wearing a diamante Adidas tracksuit. Talk about an entrance! 2025-07-13T18:48:44Z The closing ceremony is just getting underway at the MetLife Stadium and there's a lot of drums. 2025-07-13T18:11:40Z Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea will be facing off in just under an hour and both teams have confirmed their line-ups for the showpiece 2025-07-13T18:10:52Z Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the Club World Cup final. We're finally at the end point of this summer's tournament - but who will be crowned champions?
North Wales Chronicle
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Chronicle
Pop star Robbie Williams named as new Fifa Music Ambassador
The singer, best known for songs such as Rock DJ, Angels and Candy, has been appointed to the role to 'deepen fan connection' and 'elevate' the emotion of the game by bringing music and football together on the world stage. He has co-written a new song, Desire, which will be played before Fifa tournaments and matches worldwide to accompany players as they walk on to the pitch. The song will debut at the Club World Cup's opening match being held in Miami on Saturday, before being used in all upcoming tournaments including the 2026 World Cup. Williams said: 'Music and football bring people together like nothing else — each with their own universal language of connection, emotion, spirit and community. 'When those worlds come together, there's nothing like it — and I'm beyond honoured to be the Fifa Music Ambassador. 'Football and music have both been part of my life for as long as I can remember, so this means a lot to me on a personal level. Williams provided the theme song for the Fifa 2000 video game, It's Only Us, on the condition that his favourite team Port Vale were included in the game. The new anthem, which was co-written with Karl Brazil, Owen Parker and Erik Jan Grob, features the Italian singer Laura Pausini. The track will be accompanied by a new video which will be shown for the first time at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium. Williams added: 'I've grown up watching the walk-outs, the anthems, the drama – so writing and recording the official Fifa anthem is a real privilege. 'I wanted to create something that captures all of it — the passion, the nerves, the pride and the majesty of that feeling just before kick-off. 'Football and music have always meant the world to me, and bringing them together on this kind of stage gives me goosebumps. 'I know I'll get to perform this song at some of my favourite tournaments in the coming years, which fills me with excitement. It's a real honour that Laura Pausini accepted my invitation to feature on the song – she's an incredible artist with the perfect voice.' Pausini, 51, rose to fame after winning the 1993 newcomer artists' section of the Sanremo Music Festival, one of the biggest and longest running song contests in Italy, with her song, La Solitudine. The singer, who has released Italian and Spanish albums, won a Grammy in 2006 for Best Latin Pop Album and was also nominated for an Oscar in 2020 for best original song with Io si/Seen. She added: 'The song is amazing, really touching. It's a dream to be with him for the Fifa Club World Cup. Since I was a little girl growing up in Italy I remember the thrill and passion for football in my home country. 'To be able to perform live with Robbie Williams in front of passionate football fans and to be heard by music fans around the world will be truly amazing.' It comes as Williams completes the UK leg of his tour which will then continue with concerts in Ireland, Spain and Italy. His new album Britpop is due to be released this autumn.
South Wales Guardian
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Pop star Robbie Williams named as new Fifa Music Ambassador
The singer, best known for songs such as Rock DJ, Angels and Candy, has been appointed to the role to 'deepen fan connection' and 'elevate' the emotion of the game by bringing music and football together on the world stage. He has co-written a new song, Desire, which will be played before Fifa tournaments and matches worldwide to accompany players as they walk on to the pitch. The song will debut at the Club World Cup's opening match being held in Miami on Saturday, before being used in all upcoming tournaments including the 2026 World Cup. Williams said: 'Music and football bring people together like nothing else — each with their own universal language of connection, emotion, spirit and community. 'When those worlds come together, there's nothing like it — and I'm beyond honoured to be the Fifa Music Ambassador. 'Football and music have both been part of my life for as long as I can remember, so this means a lot to me on a personal level. Williams provided the theme song for the Fifa 2000 video game, It's Only Us, on the condition that his favourite team Port Vale were included in the game. The new anthem, which was co-written with Karl Brazil, Owen Parker and Erik Jan Grob, features the Italian singer Laura Pausini. The track will be accompanied by a new video which will be shown for the first time at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium. Williams added: 'I've grown up watching the walk-outs, the anthems, the drama – so writing and recording the official Fifa anthem is a real privilege. 'I wanted to create something that captures all of it — the passion, the nerves, the pride and the majesty of that feeling just before kick-off. 'Football and music have always meant the world to me, and bringing them together on this kind of stage gives me goosebumps. 'I know I'll get to perform this song at some of my favourite tournaments in the coming years, which fills me with excitement. It's a real honour that Laura Pausini accepted my invitation to feature on the song – she's an incredible artist with the perfect voice.' Pausini, 51, rose to fame after winning the 1993 newcomer artists' section of the Sanremo Music Festival, one of the biggest and longest running song contests in Italy, with her song, La Solitudine. The singer, who has released Italian and Spanish albums, won a Grammy in 2006 for Best Latin Pop Album and was also nominated for an Oscar in 2020 for best original song with Io si/Seen. She added: 'The song is amazing, really touching. It's a dream to be with him for the Fifa Club World Cup. Since I was a little girl growing up in Italy I remember the thrill and passion for football in my home country. 'To be able to perform live with Robbie Williams in front of passionate football fans and to be heard by music fans around the world will be truly amazing.' It comes as Williams completes the UK leg of his tour which will then continue with concerts in Ireland, Spain and Italy. His new album Britpop is due to be released this autumn.
