How 'Wonderwall' became England's World Cup anthem
The Oasis classic has become a symbol of England's success at the World Cup, uniting players and fans in celebration.
The 1995 hit "Wonderwall" by Oasis has taken on a new significance during the 2026 World Cup, becoming the unofficial anthem for the England national team. Following every victory, fans and players have been singing the classic track inside the stadium, a celebration that has gone viral and captured the attention of football fans globally.
The tradition began during England's opening match against Croatia in Dallas. After a 4-2 win, the stadium sound system played "Wonderwall" as the players acknowledged the crowd. The reaction was immediate, with players and supporters singing along in a moment that England captain Harry Kane described as one of his favorites in an England shirt.
The song's impact has extended beyond the stadium walls. According to reports, streams of the track surged by 306% following England's victory over Mexico in the Round of 16. Liam Gallagher has even taken to social media to celebrate the trend and share lighthearted exchanges with the England squad.
This connection between "Wonderwall" and football is not entirely new, as the song famously celebrated Manchester City's trophy wins in recent years. Now, England aims to keep this musical tradition alive as they face Norway in the quarter-finals in Miami this Saturday.