Watching the World Cup or scrolling on social media, you may have noticed England fans serenading the players with renditions of „Wonderwall” at the end of their matches.

Fans of “Sweet Caroline” may feel aggrieved that the Oasis classic has taken top spot for England sing-alongs at this World Cup. But it is hard to imagine lyrics more apt for the ears of star striker Harry Kane than: “You’re going to be the one that saves me” … given England’s captain has, at times, appeared to drag his team through this tournament almost single-handed.

“Wonderwall” remains Oasis’ best-known anthem — arguably transcending the band itself, much to singer Liam Gallagher’s occasional irritation.

But it is not the first time the now-reunited Gallagher brothers have featured in an unexpected setting this summer.

Andy Burnham, Britain’s prime minister-in-waiting, is always keen to lean heavily into his Manchester roots. Earlier this year, he secured permission from the Gallagher brothers to use Oasis’ “Some Might Say” in his online campaigning for the Makerfield by-election.

Burnham is due to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister on July 20 — one day after the World Cup final.

He will be hoping to arrive in Number 10 riding a wave of national euphoria, with England world champions and the words of his fellow Mancunians ringing in his ears.

Including one lyric that might feel less like inspiration and more like a warning. “By now, you should’ve somehow realized what you’ve got to do.”

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