"A little kid who used to watch the Premier League is now standing here. I still can't believe it. It's truly a dream come true." — I.N

The boy who once spent his weekends watching EPL has become the artist filling that very stadium. Once again, Stray Kids left their mark on a path no one had taken before.

Stray Kids became the first K-pop act to perform at London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. They set a milestone by selling out two shows at a major stadium in the UK.

Before the concert, Bang Chan told Dispatch, "It feels surreal. I keep asking myself, 'Do we really deserve this?'" That's how much they had dreamed of this stage.

Changbin, a well-known hardcore Tottenham fan, was the first to arrive at the venue that day. In the locker room, he shared just how overwhelmed he felt.

"I usually don't take many pictures, but I got here early and took photos to brag to my friends," he said. "It still doesn't feel real. I might cry on stage today."

"Just being here is overwhelming, but performing a concert in this place... it's truly one of the best moments of my life. I want to enjoy every second of it with STAY." — Changbin

Stray Kids reached the peak of their 'dominATE' world tour. Over July 18–19, they met 90,000 European STAYs. It was a 180-minute dream for both the group and their fans.

◆ "A Dreamlike Day"

The streets surrounding Tottenham Hotspur Stadium were completely blocked off that day. Even the signs at the nearby tube stations featured messages made up of Stray Kids' song titles and lyrics.

Korean-British police officer Seok Lim (41) said, "There were so many people, it was similar to a typical match day at Tottenham. We had to deploy full manpower, and the entire area around the stadium, including the opposite station, was under complete control."

STAYs flooded the paths leading to Tottenham. Many families came hand in hand with their children, with a notable number of so-called "K-pop dads" joining the crowd.

STAYs even "promoted" Stray Kids to police officers and volunteers—sharing their merchandise, handing out bracelets, and writing messages on each other's T-shirts.

Jim Lane (38, UK), who came with his four daughters, repeatedly nodded and said, "Amazing, amazing," at Stray Kids performing at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

"This is truly incredible," he said. "It's astonishing. It shows just how far they've come. I'm so happy to share this moment with my daughters."

Jerry (59, UK), sporting red hair in homage to the group, proved he was a longtime fan. His daughter Ellie (22) smiled brightly and said, "Stray Kids are my everything. Today truly feels like a dream come true."

Liv (23, Poland) was in tears. "Stray Kids started on such small stages. Knowing how much they've endured to get here makes this moment overwhelming."

One fan even had a member's face tattooed on her body. Carlota (27, Spain) said, "I'm a dancer, and every day I watch Stray Kids perform. They inspire me to become a better dancer myself."

◆ ultimATE

Under the towering stadium, Stray Kids emerged in matching uniforms. Drones lit up the sky as STAYs filling all six tiers of the venue rose to their feet. With a shout of "Let's go!", Felix kicked off the show.

Their intent was clear—they came to own the stadium. Opening with "MOUNTAINS," they declared, "We are our own dream," showing unshakable confidence at the summit of their journey.

As Bang Chan shouted the group's slogan, "District 9" blared through the stadium. Han's rapid-fire rap stood out, his relaxed smile catching the breeze.

"GIANT" took the energy to another level, with towering humanoid visuals filling the stage. The members emerged in sync with the grand atmosphere, delivering a powerful mix of boom bap and dubstep.

"Walkin On Water" provided a cool contrast, refreshing the crowd. The members gathered center stage, showing off quick footwork and splashing water at fans to raise the excitement.

With "God's Menu," they delivered their hottest performance yet—raw energy and fierce charisma through hard-hitting hip-hop. Fans responded in full force, waving lightsticks and singing the Korean lyrics in unison.

Hyunjin and Lee Know soared with sharp choreography. Felix's deep voice thundered, while Changbin and Han turned up the heat with explosive rap. Red fireworks burst in the sky, synced perfectly with every gesture on stage.

◆ "Welcome to our CINEMA"

To mark their 7th debut anniversary, the members showcased a special set of unit performances. From pop and R&B to punk, hip-hop, and rock, the stages were as fresh as they were diverse.

Han and Felix opened the segment with "Truman," a laid-back hip-hop track. Felix laid down his signature deep-toned lines, while Han layered sharp rap verses on top.

The two set off pink smoke, performing on a stage bathed in pink light. Their contrasting vocal tones brought a new flavor to the show.

Next up were Changbin and I.N with "Burnin' Tires," a fusion of pop-punk and rock. They burst onto the stage with explosive energy.

Changbin powered through with fierce rap, while I.N delivered raw, rocking vocals. The performance included a motorcycle concept to emphasize their message of speeding down their own path.

Bang Chan and Hyunjin followed with "ESCAPE," an alluring R&B number. Hyunjin emerged from the crowd, shrouded in a robe. Bang Chan later tossed it aside.

The two moved sensually through the crowd, dancing over a reggae rhythm layered with electric guitar. Hyunjin sang in a vocoded falsetto, while Bang Chan showcased restrained vocals with masterful control.

Lee Know and Seungmin closed the segment with a cinematic stage for "CINEMA." They began the performance lying down, setting a dramatic tone.

As the band sound gradually built, their harmonies soared. In the second verse, they delivered a triple-stacked high note that rang across the stadium. Rainbow-colored confetti rained down from above, completing the movie-like scene.

◆ "Tonight, This Place Belongs to Us"

As "Lonely St." played, fans held up banners in a coordinated event prepared by European STAYs.

"Royalty on stage, loyalty in STAY! Kings without crowns. Legends without limits."

The members responded with passion, charging toward the climax of the show. They performed "TOPLINE," "Social Path," and "LALALALA" in succession.

Bang Chan declared, "Sorry, but this place is ours now," before diving into official chart entries like "MANIAC," "LALALALA," and "CHEESE." Stray Kids jumped across the stage, commanding it with energy.

A giant SKZOO balloon floated above the stadium as the members toured the entire crowd in moving carts, getting close to over 40,000 STAYs. Some fans were moved to tears amid the cheers.

Changbin said, "The tour we've grown used to felt brand new today. I'm so thankful to STAYs who waited for us to make it here. My parents are here tonight, and STAY gave them the most unforgettable sight." His voice trembled with emotion.

Han sat on stage, quietly watching the crowd. When Bang Chan led a chorus, fans sang along, their voices echoing through the stadium. Tens of thousands of lightsticks lit up the London night.

◆ "Whether Tomorrow Comes or Not, Let's Just Die Together"

They ran through encore after encore. To capture that passion, they chose to perform "MIROH (Let's Die Together)". The members jumped off the stage into the audience, taking selfies with fans, touching hands, and getting soaked together in the shared excitement.

Just like the lyrics — "Whether tomorrow comes or not, let's just give it our all" — they performed as if it were their last day. The members sang with the happiest expressions, and even after over 30 songs, they found it hard to leave the stage.

After the concert, Bang Chan told Dispatch, "They say 'firsts' are the most memorable, and for us to be the first to perform at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium—it's a huge honor."

Lee Know added, "It was such a huge honor and a great experience. Thanks to this, I even started getting interested in football. I might even want to play a match with the members someday," he laughed.

Han said, "It felt surreal and deeply emotional. I kept wondering if we really delivered a performance worthy of the title 'first.' More than anything, I was just so happy and proud to sing without regrets today."

Felix shared, "It felt like a miracle to be able to perform here. I'm beyond thankful to STAY. Let's keep sharing love, hope, and joyful memories together."

Seungmin said, "Even after coming off stage, it still hasn't fully hit me. This stadium had such a powerful energy. We've made another unforgettable memory."

Hyunjin reflected, "It was such a happy time, seeing all of STAY's beautiful eyes and hearing your voices. Thanks to that, the concert was so much fun."

Stray Kids continues to blaze new trails. Their next stop: Spain. On July 22, they'll perform at Madrid's Cívitas Metropolitano Stadium, another milestone as the only K-pop act to do so.