rewrite this content and keep HTML tags Ed Sheeran fans have been left fuming after he cancelled a concert just before he was due to go on stage.The 32-year-old pulled the pin on a Las Vegas gig as fans were already beginning to queue outside the concert venue.Sheeran took to social media to explain the abrupt cancellation, saying he was “so sorry”.Stream the world’s best reality, entertainment and true crime shows for free on 7Bravo on 7plus >>“I can’t believe I’m typing this, but there’s been some challenges encountered during the load in of our Vegas show,” he wrote.“It’s impossible to go forward with the show.“I’m so sorry.“I know everyone has travelled in for this and I wish I could change it.”Ed Sheeran breaks down in tears as court decision announced The musician went on to note that the concert would be rescheduled for October 28, with all purchased tickets valid for that date.“I’m so, so sorry x,” his message concluded.Despite the apology, many Sheeran fans were unhappy, taking to Twitter to vent their spleen.Many said they would not be able to attend the October date, while others couldn’t believe the cancellation news had come so late.“Wow WTF @edsheeran why would you cancel last minute with ur Vegas fans already in the venue or in the line to enter!” one fan fumed.“Such a disappointment.”Ed Sheeran announced that his Las Vegas show had been cancelled. Credit: Instagram/Ed Sheeran One fan said that her husband, a disabled war veteran, had waited in the heat only to find out last minute that the concert was off.Others who had travelled to Las Vegas from other states wondered if they would be compensated for their expenses.“That’s not cool to cancel the concert 10 mins before the show,” one fan grumbled.“I wonder who’s going to compensate our travel, accommodation and parking?“Plus, what happens if I’m not in Vegas in October?“Are you gonna give us tix for another venue?”British singer Ed Sheeran says he was forced to cancel a show in Las Vegas at short notice. (AP PHOTO) Credit: APHowever, other fans were a little more understanding.“Nothing but love to Ed! We will be back in October. No doubt you didn’t want to make this announcement,” one fan wrote.“You know he’d do it if he could cause he straight up delayed Denver set close to 2hr through a lightning thunderstorm and waited to perform for us 😭,” wrote another.Added a third: “Give Ed your patience and kindness. No man puts his heart on the stage more than this guy!!!!”‘A little bit more context’In response to the backlash, Sheeran issued a follow-up message, explaining what had happened.“A little bit more context on the cancellation yesterday,” he wrote in a message posted to Instagram.“It was a safety issue, and we really tried to do the best we could to make the show happen but I’m not gonna risk the safety of my fans for anything.“I really am gutted, this was very much out of my control but I do take full responsibility for everyone that was put out from the cancellation.Ed Sheeran in concert. Credit: John Phillips/Disasters Emergency/Getty Images for Livewire Pictures“Of course refunds are available at point of purchase, and there is a rescheduled show October the 28th if people still want to come, I promise it will be special.“Nothing will take away from the effort people went to to get to Vegas though and I’m sorry it wasn’t communicated sooner to the people waiting outside.We really thought the show was going to happen up until the very last moment but it just couldn’t for safety reasons.“Sorry again to everyone affected, and hopefully see you in October.”Ed Sheeran in concert. Credit: AAPIn a separate note explaining the “safety issue,” it was revealed that a flooring problem had been flagged as the crew were bringing their gear into the venue.“Rubber tiling had become unstuck – causing two tall towers to slip overnight by about a foot each,” the note read.“Engineers tore the rig apart and reinforced the rebuild, but both towers were still founds to be shifting … leading to Saturday’s late cancellation.“A source said, ‘Health and safety is paramount at gigs of all magnitude and scale – but even more so at a 65,000-seater NFL stadium.“The issue was with the floor rather than the stage itself, but Ed and his crew battled for 24 hours to salvage the show.”If you’d like to view this content, please adjust your Cookie Settings.To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide.That explanation had some Sheeran fans wondering if the critics were still complaining.“For those complaining, would you have complained if the towers fell on you?” one fan wrote.“Probably not, for obvious reasons.”“Can you imagine the outrage that there would have been if the show had continued and people got hurt or even worse?” wondered another.“Especially if it came out after the fact that they knew about the problem in advance!“The right decision was made, and although fans are disappointed, disappointment is better than physical injuries.”For more engaging entertainment content, visit 7Life on Facebook.If you’d like to view this content, please adjust your Cookie Settings.To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide.Cameron Daddo shares emotional relationship post: ‘Sometimes it’s the hardest thing’Delta Goodrem shares emotional post about musician boyfriend
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