'Norway may row, but England roars': UK Armed Forces' patriotic message goes viral ahead of World Cup clash
As England braces for a blockbuster FIFA World Cup clash against Norway, the UK Ministry of Defence has shared a spirited video backing Thomas Tuchel 's side with a playful dig at the Norwegians' famous Viking celebrations.
Posted on X (formerly Twitter), the 50-second clip opens with the line, "Norway may row. But England roars," a nod to Norway's now-iconic Viking boat-row celebration led by striker Erling Haaland after major victories.
The video features members of the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force cheering on the Three Lions from locations around the world.
Sailors aboard a warship, soldiers waving St George's Cross flags and RAF personnel singing together all appear before the message concludes with: "Good luck tonight team, from our Armed Forces around the world!"
The light-hearted post has quickly gained attention online, adding to the excitement surrounding England's World Cup campaign.
Posted on X (formerly Twitter), the 50-second clip opens with the line, "Norway may row. But England roars," a nod to Norway's now-iconic Viking boat-row celebration led by striker Erling Haaland after major victories.
The video features members of the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force cheering on the Three Lions from locations around the world.
Sailors aboard a warship, soldiers waving St George's Cross flags and RAF personnel singing together all appear before the message concludes with: "Good luck tonight team, from our Armed Forces around the world!"
The light-hearted post has quickly gained attention online, adding to the excitement surrounding England's World Cup campaign.
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