There appears to be a growing connection between pop singer Dua Lipa and the world of soccer. According to recent rumors, the 3-time Grammy winner is rumored to be attending the match between Chelsea and Fulham. However, this has only complicated the speculation surrounding which team she truly supports.
Over the years, Dua Lipa has shown a keen interest in soccer, from proclaiming herself as an ‘honorary supporter’ of Liverpool to even wearing an Arsenal scarf. And now, in a surprising twist, it seems that she might be throwing her support behind Arsenal’s bitter rival, Chelsea. But why the sudden interest in the sport?
Here is why Dua Lipa is reported to be at the Chelsea game
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Chelsea and Fulham are facing off at Stamford Bridge, but there’s more than just soccer happening at the match. It seems that Dua Lipa, the renowned singer, will be in attendance as well. The reason behind her appearance is a promotion for her upcoming film ‘Argylle’.
There’s a promo for the film Argyll, which Boehly’s company produced, at Chelsea today.
Rumours Dua Lipa WILL appear pic.twitter.com/vtQQENn72t
— Miguel Delaney (@MiguelDelaney) January 13, 2024
Notably, Chelsea owner Tod Boehly’s company produces the upcoming movie. Rumors suggest that she will make an appearance during the match itself. These reports were further confirmed by Matt Law, a journalist from the Daily Telegraph, who stated that he had received information regarding Dua Lipa being present at Stamford Bridge.
Fans of Liverpool and Arsenal may find this news disappointing since they have previously seen the 28-year-old show her support for their teams. This raises an interesting question – which team does Dua Lipa support? To find out, let’s delve into her history with soccer.
The pop star’s history with soccer
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In 2018, Dua Lipa had her first big involvement with soccer when she performed in the pre-game show of the UEFA Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid. Since then, the songwriter has developed a strong connection with The Reds, with their fans singing her song “One Kiss” on various occasions. Recognizing this fervor, the London-born singer declared herself an “honorary Liverpool supporter.”
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However, last year she surprised everyone by attending the Arsenal vs Leeds United match and sharing pictures on her Instagram story. She even shared a picture of herself being wrapped in an Arsenal scarf. Interestingly, her family is also big fans of the Gunners. As for Dua Lipa, she once claimed, “I’m not really a big football fan.” It seems that her loyalty extends beyond just one team.
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