England adopts Oasis' 'Wonderwall' as World Cup anthem ahead of Mexico clash

The 1995 Oasis hit “Wonderwall” has become the unofficial anthem of the England national football team during the 2026 World Cup. The song was first played after England’s 4‑2 win over Croatia and again after a 2‑1 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo, with players such as Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham joining fans in singing from the pitch. Kane said the chant “has become one of the most special moments of my life with the England shirt.” Streaming of the track on platforms like Spotify rose by about 50 % following the matches.

Former Oasis front‑man Liam Gallagher has amplified the song’s profile on social media, urging supporters to keep the “vibrations” high and predicting a 3‑0 win for England over Mexico in the round‑of‑16. He posted: “Inglaterra le va a meter un 3‑0 a México.” The comment sparked a light‑hearted exchange with Mexican singer Fher Olvera. England face Mexico on 6 July, and the anthem is expected to feature prominently if the team advances.

The embrace of “Wonderwall” reflects a blend of music and sport, turning a classic Brit‑pop track into a rallying call for English fans throughout the tournament.