Two World Wars and One World Cup

Two World Wars and One World Cup is a football song sung by supporters of the English National Team to the tune of Camptown Races.[1] It is directed at German fans, making reference to the world wars - the First and Second - that were fought in the 20th century, and how England defeated West Germany to win the 1966 FIFA World Cup.

It is considered particularly inflammatory to Germany. In 2006 the Government of the UK cautioned fans travelling to Germany for the World Cup to refrain from taunting the locals with this tune.[2]

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References

  1. ^ Mason, Mark (2005). Bluffer's Guide To Football. Oval Projects Ltd. p. 28. ISBN 9781903096499. 
  2. ^ Staff. England Prepares to Invade Germany, Spiegel Online, 20 April 2006