Stars Rally Behind England’s Quarter-Final Triumph Over Norway
Traveloasisspot.com – England’s journey to the World Cup semi-finals has been met with widespread acclaim from celebrities and public figures alike. Following a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Norway in the quarter-finals, the Three Lions secured their place in the last four thanks to Jude Bellingham’s impressive two-goal performance. The win has sparked celebrations across the sporting world, with numerous high-profile figures sharing their enthusiasm on social media platforms.
Beckham Family Celebrations in Miami
Sir David Beckham, who had previously visited the England squad during a training session in Miami earlier in the week, took to Instagram to share his excitement. The football legend posted a collection of photographs and video clips from the match, adding the simple yet enthusiastic caption: “Brilliant from the lads.”
Brilliant from the lads.
The Beckham family was fully represented at the match, with the couple’s children pictured alongside their parents in the stadium stands. In one particularly charming post, Sir David highlighted Bellingham’s match-winning contribution by sharing an image of the midfielder with the playful caption “Hey Jude,” a nod to both the player’s name and the famous Beatles song.
Lady Victoria Beckham also joined the celebrations, posting a photograph of herself and her husband watching the game with three of their children. She wrote: “Special moment tonight in Miami with my family and for our country.”
Special moment tonight in Miami with my family and for our country.
Liam Gallagher and the Wonderwall Connection
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher emerged as one of the most vocal supporters of the England team throughout the tournament. The band’s iconic hit “Wonderwall” has transformed into an unofficial anthem for the national side, with players regularly lining up after matches to sing the song back to their supporters.
Following England’s victory, Gallagher took to X to express his confidence in the team’s success. He wrote: “We’re winning this WC I don’t know how don’t care respect to all those players manager you gotta make it happen LG.”
We’re winning this WC I don’t know how don’t care respect to all those players manager you gotta make it happen LG.
Royal and Political Support
The Prince of Wales, now King William, sent a personally signed message congratulating the squad. He praised the team’s efforts, writing: “Well done England! Top performance in a tough environment. This is a special team.”
Well done England! Top performance in a tough environment. This is a special team.
He continued his message with encouragement for the upcoming semi-final: “Commiserations to a proud Norway team. Onto the semi final… Never in doubt! W”
Commiserations to a proud Norway team. Onto the semi final… Never in doubt! W
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer also joined the celebrations, specifically acknowledging Bellingham for scoring both of England’s goals. In his post to X, he tagged Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store with the comment: “Your boys took one hell of a beating.”
Your boys took one hell of a beating.
Entertainment Stars in Attendance
The match drew a diverse crowd of celebrities from various fields. Brat star Charli XCX shared a photograph of herself and others wearing football T-shirts featuring “Beckham” and “Rooney” on the back. Pop star Olly Murs posted a video of himself singing “Wonderwall” in the stadium following the victory.
Other notable attendees included Mick Jagger, tennis legend Venus Williams, Love Island presenter Maya Jama, and comedian Jack Whitehall. Crown Prince Haakon of Norway was also spotted in the stands alongside Fifa president Gianni Infantino.
Rocker Billy Idol shared his thoughts on X, writing: “Fantastic seeing England reach the semifinal of the World Cup really close though Norway played really well we were lucky in some ways.. I was on the edge of my seat!”
Fantastic seeing England reach the semifinal of the World Cup really close though Norway played really well we were lucky in some ways.. I was on the edge of my seat!
Meanwhile, Piers Morgan paid tribute to England manager Thomas Tuchel, describing him as “a natural-born winner who refuses to accept anything but the best.”
Additional Celebrity Reactions
Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown, aged 22, shared a photograph of herself wearing an oversized red and white shirt with “Fifa World Cup 2026” printed on it. After the match, she posted a picture of Bellingham accompanied by three England flags.
Emmy winner Mike Myers showed his support by sharing a photo of himself saluting while wearing the signature red uniform and black bearskin cap worn by the Guards regiments in the UK. He later posted another image without his bearskin cap, writing: “Hats off to team England!! Job well done!!”
Hats off to team England!! Job well done!!
EastEnders star Ross Kemp shared a sweaty video from the gym before the match, speaking about “positive vibes.” Throughout the game, he posted his reactions, including screaming in support of Bellingham and appearing visibly emotional in a video praising the midfielder as “the man.” After the final whistle, Kemp declared: “You know what? Respect to Norway, but your boat just got sunk.”
You know what? Respect to Norway, but your boat just got sunk.
As England prepares to face Argentina in the semi-final, the outpouring of support from celebrities, royals, and politicians demonstrates the national pride surrounding the team’s impressive campaign.
