Coldplay have rescheduled the final two concerts of their record-breaking Wembley Stadium residency, citing seven days of London Underground strikes that begin on September 5. The band said the industrial action made it “impossible” to hold the gigs safely on September 7 and 8, with the earlier show moving to September 6 and the later one to September 12.
In a statement, the group apologised for the “inevitable disappointment, frustration and inconvenience” caused by the change. However, some fans voiced anger, with one describing the late notice as a “financial disaster” after flights and accommodation had already been booked. Another said they were “absolutely gutted” because the concert had been a birthday gift on September 7.
Others defended the band, noting that without a Tube service it would be impossible to move 82,000 people safely to and from the venue. One supporter wrote: “Thank you for handling this well. It wasn’t in your hands.” Another praised the safety precautions, saying critics should “get over it”.
Tickets will remain valid for the rearranged dates, and fans unable to attend can request a full refund from their point of purchase before noon on September 2. Returned tickets will go on general sale via Ticketmaster at 11am on September 3.
The Wembley run marks the first time an act has played ten dates at the stadium in a single year, surpassing the previous record of eight shows set by Taylor Swift and Take That.
