Ed Sheeran's Compilation Tops UK Albums Chart

Ed Sheeran has achieved his eighth number one album on the UK charts with the compilation +–=÷× (Tour Collection), featuring his greatest hits and live recordings. The album reached the top after 14 weeks on the charts, boosted by a vinyl release, and debuted in October 2024. It also tops the Official Vinyl Albums Chart and the Official Record Store Chart for independent sales. Sheeran's extensive catalog includes 14 UK number one singles, and he has garnered attention for his support of Ipswich Town football club. The current top five albums include Sabrina Carpenter’s Short N’ Sweet at number two and SZA’s SOS at three, while in the singles chart, Gracie Abrams leads with That’s So True. Additionally, Lola Young reached number three with her single Messy, marking her first top three hit.