Country star Zach Bryan sparks controversy by declaring he will never perform in Kansas City again amid heated online clashes with Chiefs fans following the 2025 Super Bowl, reigniting a rivalry that blends music, sports, and social media drama.

Zach Bryan, the rising country music star and proud Philadelphia Eagles supporter, has ignited a fierce online clash with Kansas City Chiefs fans, declaring in no uncertain terms that he will never perform in Kansas City again.

The drama unfolded over the weekend of August 8, 2025, when Bryan took to X (formerly Twitter) to rekindle his rivalry with Chiefs supporters following the Missouri team’s stunning loss to the Eagles in the 2025 Super Bowl.

Bryan, 29, ignited the controversy with a pointed post mocking Chiefs fans, writing, “Where are all the three-peat people from last year:/” — a reference to Kansas City’s failed attempt to become the first NFL team to win three consecutive Super Bowls.

The jab struck a nerve in the Chiefs’ passionate fanbase, sparking a flurry of responses.

One X user soon entered the fray, accusing Bryan of “singling out” the same fans who consistently fill seats at his concerts. The country singer’s reply was swift and definitive: “Please understand I will never play in Kansas City.”

This statement shocked fans given Bryan’s history of performing in the city several times over recent years — with concerts held in 2021, 2023, and 2024.

Bryan’s reasoning was made clear in a follow-up post: “I’ll be about to finish my show and then get a taunting call if I play at that stadium.”

The implication was that the hostile atmosphere from opposing fans during his performances had soured his experience, pushing him to vow never to return.

The tension between Bryan and Chiefs fans only escalated as the singer continued to engage online, reveling in the back-and-forth.

In a notable exchange, a user asked Bryan to remove his track “Fifth of May – Live from Kansas City” from his live album *record 24 (Live)*, reflecting the anger some Chiefs supporters felt about his comments.

Bryan replied with a simple but pointed “Done brother,” indicating he would comply — though as of August 10, the track remained available on streaming platforms.

Throughout August 8, Bryan’s X account lit up with further posts aimed at Chiefs fans, including, “Bro all u have to do to piss off a chiefs fan is play a fair game of football,” and later, “Guys it’s okay to talk trash to each other about football \[y’all] are weird as hell.”

His comments highlighted the fiery nature of sports rivalries but also the personal cost when fandom and professional life collide.

This latest controversy is not the first time Bryan has drawn attention with provocative social media posts. In September 2024, the “Something in the Orange” singer sparked backlash with a controversial post comparing pop superstar Taylor Swift to rapper Kanye West.

Bryan wrote, “Eagles > chiefs,” followed by “Kanye > Taylor,” and concluded with a call for support from his followers: “Who’s with me.” The post was quickly deleted, and Bryan later apologized, explaining he was drunk and did not intend to offend Swift or her fans.

“For the record guys I wasn’t coming for Taylor the other night,” Bryan said in a series of Instagram Stories after the incident. “I was drunkenly comparing two records and it came out wrong.

I know there’s a lot of stuff that clouds around Ye and I was speaking purely musically. I love Taylor’s music and pray you guys know I’m human and tweet stupid things often.”

Bryan’s apology went further, revealing that he had been “going through a hard time” in his personal life when the tweet was posted. “I think I was projecting a little,” he admitted.

“To be completely honest, it just came off as rude and desensitized to Taylor. I respect her so much as a musician that the last thing I want is people thinking I don’t appreciate and love what she has done for music.”

His candid reflections have won sympathy from some fans, but the line between personal expression and public persona remains blurred in the age of social media, especially for high-profile artists like Bryan.

Despite the online firestorm, Zach Bryan remains one of country music’s most compelling voices — a singer-songwriter who has quickly risen to prominence thanks to his raw storytelling and authentic connection with fans.

His spirited allegiance to the Philadelphia Eagles has become part of his public identity, and his willingness to engage in sports rivalries only fuels his image as a passionate, unapologetic figure.

As of August 2025, Bryan’s refusal to perform in Kansas City marks a significant break with a city that has welcomed him multiple times before. Whether this stance will hold firm or soften in the future remains to be seen.

For now, the feud between Zach Bryan and Chiefs fans stands as a vivid example of how music, sports, and social media collide to create modern-day drama — with real consequences for artists navigating the tricky terrain of fame.

The singer’s parting words to his online critics serve as a reminder of the passion behind these battles: “Don’t drink and tweet!!”

Bryan’s advice is a cautionary note, but one delivered with a grin — the same grin that’s won him fans across the country, even as some Kansas City crowds are left waiting in silence.