After the 2026 World Cup semi-finals, England failed to reach the final. This became new fodder for jokes among Irish fans about the "Three Lions." Against the backdrop of England's continued failure to win major international titles, fans in many parts of Ireland celebrated, expressing their joy through songs, banners, and jokes on social media.
England's long-standing "major tournament drought" has been one of the most talked-about topics in European football. Since winning the World Cup in 1966, the England team has never been able to lift the trophy again. In recent years, the "Three Lions" have come close to success on several occasions, but ultimately failed to break through to the final step.
Ireland failed to qualify for the finals of this World Cup. England, on the other hand, reached the semi-finals, demonstrating strong competitiveness, but ultimately failed to win the title. This latest setback provided Irish fans with an opportunity for mockery.
The video shows fans in several Irish pubs celebrating England's failure to reach the World Cup final. Some fans even sang songs mocking England to celebrate. Laughter and singing could be heard even in an Irish pub in Gibraltar.
