England captain Harry Kane has revealed that teammate Eberechi Eze still does not know all the lyrics to Oasis’s "Wonderwall," which has become the unofficial anthem for the national team during the 2026 World Cup finals. Despite this, the song has played a prominent role in rallying the team and supporters alike.

Under the guidance of coach Thomas Tuchel, the England squad has embraced "Wonderwall" as a unifying chant. Following victories, Kane and his teammates form a protective barrier in front of their travelling fans, singing along as the song plays through the stadium speakers. The ritual has resonated strongly with supporters who are present at the matches.

Kane recounted a lighthearted moment after England’s group stage match against the Democratic Republic of Congo, during which Eze admitted he did not know the song’s full lyrics. “I asked him, ‘Do you know the words?’ and he said, ‘No,’ so I need to teach him,” Kane said on the program Lions’ Den.

Reflecting on the team’s performance in the group stage, Kane noted that the players had not taken sufficient time to celebrate their achievement of finishing top of the group. He gathered the squad to encourage them to enjoy the moment and engage with their fans, emphasizing the importance of singing along.

“Whether we faced any opponent, we did an amazing job,” Kane said. “Hearing ‘Wonderwall’ and listening to 40,000 supporters singing it back is something we will remember forever.”

The song’s popularity has also surged among fans in the United Kingdom. Spotify reported a 210 percent increase in streaming of "Wonderwall" following England’s match against DR Congo, reflecting the enthusiasm of supporters who have taken to singing it in bars, pubs, and at home.