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Fan waves homemade flag at eight World Cups, celebrates England win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 5:12 AM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Fan waves homemade flag at eight World Cups, celebrates England win
Summary

Paul Green, a 68-year-old fan from Upwell, Norfolk, proudly displays his homemade Wisbech flag at the 2026 World Cup. The flag, featuring the St George's Cross and Norwich City emblems, has accompanied him to tournaments since 1982. After attending England's match against Mexico, which he described as his best experience in 55 years of football, Green plans to continue supporting the team in the quarter-finals against Norway. The flag has gained attention on social media for its long journey through various World Cups.

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  • •Green first took the Wisbech flag to Spain in 1982.
  • •He has traveled approximately 50,000 miles with the flag.
  • •Green spent £9,000 on tickets for potential England games.
  • •He currently enjoys the atmosphere in Mexico after England's victory.
  • •The flag has been recognized on social media during the tournament.
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  • 5:12 AMYahoo Sports — Fan waves same homemade flag at eight World Cups
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Paul Green reckons his large banner, first unveiled in Spain in 1982, has travelled 50,000 miles.

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