England are preparing to face Argentina in a World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, and a host of celebrities have publicly backed the Three Lions throughout the tournament. Pop icon Dua Lipa, Olympic gold medalist Keely Hodgkinson, former Wimbledon finalist Amanda Anisimova, Stranger Things actor Millie Bobby Brown, Bridgerton star Simone Ashley, singer Rochelle Humes, US actor Alexandra Daddario, and model Christine McGuinness are among the famous faces cheering on Thomas Tuchel's side.
Dua Lipa Shows Patriotism with Face Paint
Dua Lipa, the British pop star with ties to both Liverpool and Arsenal fanbases, posted a photo on social media wearing St George's flag face paint. She captioned the image: “Across the pond but it’s still [England],” alongside a series of England flag emojis. Her post garnered widespread attention as England seek to lift the trophy for the fourth time in their history.
Keely Hodgkinson and Amanda Anisimova Back the Team
Olympic 800m gold medalist Keely Hodgkinson posed in a Three Lions shirt, showing solidarity with the England team. Meanwhile, American tennis star Amanda Anisimova, a former Wimbledon finalist who recently reached the third round at SW19, attended England's quarter-final against Norway alongside Coco Gauff. Anisimova wore an England shirt and captioned her post: “We’re not at the tennis anymore.”
Millie Bobby Brown and Simone Ashley Join In
Stranger Things actor Millie Bobby Brown shared a video of herself in an England shirt with the simple message: “Come on.” The clip was soundtracked by Wonderwall, the unofficial anthem of the England team. Bridgerton star Simone Ashley wore a white top reading “It’s coming home,” a reference to the popular Three Lions song, and smiled for photos to show her support.
Rochelle Humes, Alexandra Daddario, and Christine McGuinness
The Saturdays singer Rochelle Humes opted for a coordinated outfit—white top, red bag, and blue jeans—captioning an Instagram video: “c’mon England!” US actor Alexandra Daddario attended the quarter-final in Miami Stadium, wearing a red England away shirt. She posted on social media: "Got kicked out trying to sneak into the stands." Model Christine McGuinness posed on a balcony in a retro England shirt, red shorts, and matching trainers, writing: "Come on England!"
England's Semi-Final Clash with Argentina
England reached the semi-finals after a hard-fought extra-time win over Norway, with Jude Bellingham scoring his second goal of the game. The team now faces a Lionel Messi-inspired Argentina side. This marks the fourth time England have reached the World Cup semi-finals, and the celebrity backing reflects the national excitement surrounding the match.
