Liam Gallagher Predicts Mexico vs. England World Cup Score: Maná’s Fher Olvera Responds

The highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup round-of-16 showdown between England and Mexico has ignited a cross-continental war of words. As the two nations prepare for their clash at the Estadio Ciudad de México this Sunday, the rivalry has transcended the pitch, drawing in music icons from both sides of the Atlantic.

It all began when former Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher boldly—and perhaps rashly—predicted a 5-0 thrashing of the Mexican squad. This provocation did not go unnoticed; Maná vocalist Fher Olvera was quick to issue a spirited rebuttal. In a video posted to his Instagram, a flag-draped Olvera challenged the Brit’s dismissive outlook, telling Gallagher to “get real” and stay humble ahead of the weekend match.

The exchange quickly went viral, fueling a flurry of memes and commentary from fans. Gallagher, no stranger to stirring the pot, later walked back his initial prophecy, jokingly citing the “heat and altitude” of Mexico City as a reason for his revised—and slightly more conservative—3-0 prediction. When questioned by a fan about the possibility of his 5-0 prediction actually coming to fruition, Gallagher quipped that he would “obviously take all the credit.”

The banter has captured the attention of Mexican celebrities and social media users alike, highlighting the deep-rooted bond between Oasis and their massive Mexican fanbase. Following a pair of sold-out shows at the Estadio GNP Seguros last year, the Gallaghers—both die-hard Manchester City supporters—remain cultural fixtures in the region.

For Maná, the World Cup season has been particularly busy. Beyond their vocal support for the national team, the band performed at the tournament’s opening ceremony in June and hosted a massive free concert in Guadalajara, drawing nearly 170,000 spectators.

As the kickoff approaches this Sunday, the digital noise will finally settle, leaving only the reality of the game to determine who earns bragging rights. It has been nearly sixty years since these two teams last met in World Cup play, a 1966 encounter that ended in a 1-1 stalemate. This weekend, the musical bravado ends and the real competition begins.