Watching the World Cup or scrolling through social media, you might have caught the electric atmosphere of England fans belting out "Wonderwall" by Oasis after their team's victorious matches. This resurgence of the 90s classic has edged out "Sweet Caroline" as the anthem of choice this tournament, with lyrics poignantly echoing the nation's hopes pinned on star striker Harry Kane: *“You’re going to be the one that saves me.”*

"Wonderwall," the magnum opus of Oasis, has long outlived its Britpop confines, becoming a cultural touchstone, even if occasionally to the chagrin of frontman Liam Gallagher. Yet, the influence of the Gallagher brothers extends beyond football fields and into the political arena this summer.

Andy Burnham, set to become Britain's next Prime Minister, has never shied away from flaunting his Manchester origins, a city also synonymous with Oasis. Earlier this year, Burnham infused his campaign with a touch of rock 'n' roll by securing rights to use "Some Might Say" for his digital campaign during the Makerfield by-election. His affinity for the band underscores a strategic blend of local pride and popular culture.

As Burnham prepares to step into Keir Starmer's shoes on July 20, just one day after the World Cup final, he envisions entering Number 10 amid a tide of national jubilation, ideally with England crowned as world champions. The soundtrack to this potential new chapter? The stirring verses of his hometown heroes, Oasis.

However, amidst the celebratory choruses, one line from "Some Might Say" offers a sobering reflection: *“By now, you should’ve somehow realized what you’ve got to do.”* This lyric may resonate as more of a forewarning than an inspiration for Burnham as he navigates the complex waters of leadership in a post-Brexit, post-pandemic Britain.

As England rallies behind its football heroes and a new leader steps onto the political stage, the threads connecting Oasis’s anthems, national pride, and political ambition weave a compelling narrative of a country at a crossroads, looking to its cultural icons for both solace and guidance.