England adopts 'Wonderwall' as anthem during World Cup run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 2:24 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
As England competes in the 2026 World Cup, 'Wonderwall' by Oasis has emerged as the team's unofficial anthem. After a 4-2 victory over Croatia in their initial group stage match, the song echoed throughout Dallas Stadium. The song's nostalgic qualities and singalong nature have resonated with players and fans alike, fostering a strong emotional connection. England remains unbeaten, with upcoming matches against Argentina in Atlanta. Increased streaming of 'Wonderwall' highlights its newfound place in the World Cup narrative.
- •England's first match saw a 4-2 win over Croatia.
- •The team sings 'Wonderwall' as a rallying cry after victories.
- •The song gained a 50% listener spike on Spotify in the UK.
- •Next match is against Argentina in Atlanta on July 17.
- •Harry Kane expressed the emotional connection with fans after the match.
- 2:24 PMYahoo Sports — How 'Wonderwall' became the official song of England’s Three Lions
"As England tries to win its first World Cup since 1966, why not use a song from 30 years ago as its rallying cry?
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