A new version of Three Lions has been released ahead of the World Cup, and fans have been left crying over the hilarious yet emotional track. David Baddiel, Frank Skinner and The Lightning Seeds have released the updated version of their 1996 football anthem as England are gearing up for their first game at the Qatar World Cup on Monday.
The original song was released ahead of England’s 1996 Euro campaign and has become synonymous with the national team, belted out in pubs and homes across the country every time the Three Lions – and Lionesses – take to the biggest stage in world football. The new track is the third iteration of the anthem, after a second version – Three Lions ‘98 – was released ahead of the 1998 World Cup.
The new Three Lions (It's Coming Home for Christmas) has a more ‘Christmasy’ feel, as the World Cup takes place across November and December, rather than its usual summer slot. The updated track contains references to the Lionesses’ 2022 Euros win, and several quips about the upcoming winter World Cup.
