A World Cup tribute video featuring celebrities singing “Wonderwall” is reported to have been taken down by the BBC after pressure from Liam and Noel Gallagher’s side. The reports say the video was removed following concerns related to permissions and rights for the use of the song.
The coverage is consistent that the BBC removed the tribute and that the Gallaghers were involved in seeking action. However, details such as the specific nature of the permissions issue, the timing of the removal, and whether any formal legal or licensing complaint was made are not described in the excerpts provided. The reporting also uses highly charged language, describing the situation as a “riot” and calling the tribute “excruciating,” but both sources attribute the underlying cause to alleged failure to secure the correct permissions.
No additional information is provided here about a replacement video, any BBC statement, or the duration of the video’s availability before removal.
