Asda has given England fans the chance to show their support ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against Norway by inviting them to sign a giant 'Wonderwall' outside its Eastlands store. Former England defender Phil Jagielka was the first to pen a message on the supersized flag, which measures 9.25 metres wide by 3.65 metres high.
Wonderwall Becomes Unofficial England Anthem
The activation comes as Oasis' iconic hit Wonderwall has become the unofficial soundtrack to England's World Cup campaign. First played after the Three Lions' victory on 17 June, the Britpop classic has since echoed around stadiums after every England win, with supporters and players belting it out together. The Gallagher brothers have given the fan-favourite tradition their seal of approval; Liam Gallagher joked on X: "It's hard work that singing Harry Kane cmon ENGLAND cmon WONDERWALL," while Noel Gallagher told The Sun the anthem now "belongs to the people," describing the post-match singalongs as "magical."
Fans Invited to Leave Messages
Now Asda is giving supporters the chance to create a Wonderwall of their own. The enormous England flag invites fans to leave messages of encouragement for Thomas Tuchel's men as they prepare to take on Erling Haaland and Norway, with a place in the World Cup semi-finals up for grabs. Getting the ball rolling was former England centre-back Phil Jagielka, who was first to pen a message on the supersized flag. Having built a career on stopping some of the world's best strikers, Jagielka will be hoping England's defence can build a Wonderwall of their own this weekend and keep Haaland firmly on the outside looking in. He was soon joined by a Liam lookalike, with hundreds more supporters expected to add their own messages before kick-off.
Jagielka's Message to Fans
Phil Jagielka said: "Having played at the World Cup for England, I know how much the support means to the players. This is a brilliant way for supporters to show they're right behind the lads. Norway are a top side and Haaland is one of the best strikers in world football, but hopefully England can build a real Wonderwall at the back and book their place in the semi-finals."
England's Path to Glory
After edging past Mexico in the last round, England now face one of their toughest assignments yet. Haaland has become one of the most feared forwards in world football thanks to his remarkable goalscoring record, but England will be hoping that, this weekend, every route to goal leads straight into a Wonderwall. The giant flag will remain outside the Eastlands store until kick-off on Saturday, with fans encouraged to stop by, sign their names and help show the Three Lions that the whole country is behind them as they look to march one step closer to World Cup glory.
