Ahead of the 2026 World Cup semi-final in Atlanta on Wednesday, fans from both England and Argentina drown out the national anthems as the teams prepare to take the field. Multiple outlets report that the crowd noise is loud enough to obscure the playing of each anthem, with supporters from both sides creating a louder atmosphere than the music. The incident occurs as the match is about to kick off at Atlanta Stadium, where pre-match ceremonies include the national anthems. Coverage from both sources focuses on the same sequence: the anthems are played, and the sound is largely overwhelmed by chanting and cheering from the opposing fanbases. Neither outlet adds detail about any formal protest, disciplinary action, or changes to the ceremony. Both reports describe the moment as part of the broader atmosphere around the semi-final, highlighting that fan involvement reaches a level that affects the audibility of the national music for both teams.