JAKARTA - Scottish singer Rod Stewart has come under fire after being seen celebrating Scotland's World Cup 2026 victory, just hours after cancelling a concert due to illness.
As reported by The Mirror, quoted Monday, June 15, the 81-year-old singer previously canceled a performance in Chula Vista, California, as part of the One Last Time tour. Rod's team said he had an acute upper respiratory tract infection that caused laryngitis, or inflammation of the vocal cords.
His team stated that Rod had come to the location and tried to perform. However, at the suggestion of the doctor, he could not get on stage that night.
Hours later, the singer of Maggie May was seen in the stands at Boston Stadium, Foxborough, as Scotland faced Haiti at the 2026 World Cup. He came with his two sons, Alistair and Liam.
Rod also shared a video on Instagram while departing on a private jet for the match.
"We're going to watch Scotland at the World Cup. It's been 28 years. I've told these kids, but they've never experienced it," Rod said.
He said he had attended seven World Cups. Rod then encouraged Scotland to qualify for the next round.
"We want to qualify for the next round and I'll die happy. So, come on Scotland!" he said.
The upload provoked fans' comments. Some prayed for Rod to recover quickly, but some also made fun of his condition which seemed to have improved.
Rod previously apologized to fans for the cancellation of the concert. He said he felt better, but his voice had not recovered.
"I am very disappointed and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience experienced by fans. I have done everything I can to keep the show tonight going, but unfortunately it is not possible," said Rod.
In the same report, The Mirror said Rod joined thousands of Scottish supporters, including Scottish First Minister John Swinney, actor Gerard Butler, and singer Clare Grogan.
Scotland won 1-0 over Haiti through John McGinn's goal in the first half. The victory was Scotland's first at the World Cup in 36 years, since winning 2-1 over Sweden in Italy 1990.
Although he was born in London, Rod has strong ties to Scotland. His father, Robert Stewart, was born in Leith, Edinburgh. Rod often refers to Scotland as "his spiritual home".
He is also known as a Celtic supporter since around the age of 30 after meeting legendary manager Jock Stein. Rod has a lifetime seat at Parkhead and often flies to watch the club's matches.
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