Harry Kane, the captain of the England national football team, found himself in high spirits but with a cracking voice during a post-match interview following the team’s dramatic win over Mexico in their World Cup encounter. The match, held at the iconic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City on Sunday, July 5, concluded with a thrilling 3-2 victory for the Three Lions.
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After the final whistle, an enthusiastic celebration unfolded, with players and fans joining together for a sing-along of Oasis’ beloved track, “Wonderwall.” This spontaneous tradition has become synonymous with England’s World Cup campaign, engaging supporters as they rally behind the team.
In an amusing interview with BBC reporter Kelly Somers, Kane struggled to maintain his composure, admitting, “My voice is gone,” while trying to share details about teammate Jordan Henderson’s injury, sustained during the celebrations. The talented striker managed to specify Henderson’s first name before chuckling at his own predicament, expressing that he had just been singing enthusiastically with the fans.
The 32-year-old forward, who successfully converted a penalty to extend England’s lead to 3-1 during the match, reflected on the intense atmosphere, stating, “We had to fight, we had to find something.” He went on to thank the fans for their “unbelievable support” while clearly battling hoarseness. Somers suggested he should take some time to rest his voice, prompting laughter from Kane.
Back in the BBC studio, host Kelly Cates playfully remarked that Kane’s interview would “go down in history,” while former England captain Wayne Rooney described it as “the best interview I’ve ever seen,” underscoring the light-hearted nature of the moment.
The team’s rendition of “Wonderwall” has turned into an unofficial anthem for England during this tournament. The tradition notably began during their opening match against Croatia on June 17, where they emerged with a 4-2 victory. Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher called the collective moment a “magical experience,” while his brother Liam jokingly commented on social media that it was indeed demanding work for Kane, who is known for his crucial role on the pitch.
Kane’s interview coincided with the thrilling match, where Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham put England on the scoreboard first with two quick goals within just 98 seconds. Meanwhile, Julián Quiñones responded for Mexico, cutting the deficit before Kane’s penalty extended the lead again. Raúl Jiménez later scored for Mexico, bringing the final score to 3-2 in favour of England.
The victory positions England to face Norway in the quarter-finals of the tournament. The match is scheduled for 5 p.m. local time on Saturday, July 11, at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium, with both teams eager to secure a place in the semi-finals.
Norway secured their place in the quarter-finals earlier that day, defeating Brazil 2-1, with Manchester City star Erling Haaland scoring both goals for his side. As England prepares for what promises to be another thrilling fixture, Kane and his teammates will undoubtedly continue to rally the support of their fans, with “Wonderwall” likely at the forefront of their celebrations.