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Guardiola hears boos at Oasis concert in Manchester after band dedicates song to 'greatest manager'
Published Jul 12, 2025 • 1 minute read Liam Gallagher, lead singer of British rock band Oasis performs on stage at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on July 4, 2025, during the opening concert of their highly anticipated reunion tour nearly 16 years after last performing together. Photo by AFP STRINGER / AFP via Getty Images Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Some Oasis fans weren't quite 'mad fer it' when the band dedicated a song to Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola at a homecoming concert. A smattering of boos followed Liam Gallagher dedicating 'D'You Know What I Mean?' to 'the greatest manager of all time, the one and only Pep Guardiola' — who was in attendance. It occurred Friday night at Heaton Park during the band's first concert in Manchester in 16 years as part of its reunion tour. Noel Gallagher then asked: 'Who you booing?' The brothers, who grew up in Manchester and are longtime City fans, have attended many games over the years as Guardiola has guided the club to six Premier League titles — among an array of other trophies. Guardiola, who received some respectful applause as well, didn't seem to mind the razzing — likely from crosstown Man United fans at the show — and joined the rest of the 70,000-plus fans in singing 'Don't Look Back in Anger.' It was the first of five sold-out shows at Heaton Park for the Britpop band, which opened its tour last week in Cardiff, Wales. Love concerts, but can't make it to the venue? Stream live shows and events from your couch with VEEPS, a music-first streaming service now operating in Canada. Click here for an introductory offer of 30% off. Explore upcoming concerts and the extensive archive of past performances. World Columnists Relationships Toronto Blue Jays MLB
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06-07-2025
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Viral crowd video from Oasis gig sparks fan fury
Irish fans are counting down the days to Oasis' two sold-out shows at Croke Park on August 16th and 17th, 2025 – part of the band's long-awaited reunion tour and their first time on stage together in 16 years. But while the shows are already being hailed as legendary, not every moment has struck the right chord with fans. A now-viral clip from night two in Cardiff has ignited a fierce debate online after a concertgoer shared footage of dozens of fans sitting down during Cast No Shadow. Scanning the seated crowd, she captioned her video: 'Why is everyone sat down – this is who you lost tickets to btw'. @laurabradshxw Oasis Cardiff N2 you were CLASS #oasis #cardiff #principalitystadium #liamgallagher #noelgallagher #oasisreunion #oasisliveforever #castnoshadow #concert #livemusic #fyp ♬ original sound – laurabradshxw The backlash was instant, and divided. Some were quick to express frustration: 'Why is no one singing!' one person said while another fan commented: 'I wasn't sat down. Stood up singing loud and proud as everyone should have been for the struggle it was to get tickets.' Another fumed: 'Real fans of Oasis missed out so people can come and sit down at a concert.' Pic: AFP STRINGER/AFP via Getty Images However, plenty of others jumped to the crowd's defence: One argued: 'Because they're original fans and our backs are shot to pieces.' Another said: 'I would be seating too – appreciating and taking it all in. Standing and jumping about isn't the only way to enjoy it.' And that wasn't the only crowd controversy in Cardiff. Another fan moment went viral from the opening night, this time involving the use of Shazam. As Richard Ashcroft took to the stage and began Bitter Sweet Symphony, one woman in the crowd was caught using her phone to identify the 1997 Britpop anthem – a song widely considered one of the most iconic of the era. Pic: AFP STRINGER/AFP via Getty Images Online, fans were stunned, one said: 'Imagine not knowing the greatest song of all time,' while another fumed: 'Seriously! I couldn't get a ticket because of these people.' Despite the viral moments and online spats, one thing isn't up for debate amongst fans, the band certainly delivered. Oasis will take to Dublin on August 16 and 17 for two sold-out nights in Croke Park, before heading to North America, South America, and back to Wembley before performing in South Korea and Japan. They'll then head to Australia, before wrapping up the tour in São Paolo, Brazil, in November.
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05-07-2025
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Oasis reignite in Cardiff – Here's what to expect in Croke Park
The drought ended to fevered applause as Oasis exploded on to the stage in Cardiff last night for the opening gig of their much anticipated comeback tour, the first of a number of shows in their 'LIVE 25 World Tour', planned for the summer ahead. The opening night was a huge triumph by all accounts, with fans of the band describing it as their best gig ever, since their break up in 2009, Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW With Cardiff now an undoubtable success, the Gallagher brothers will, no doubt, be looking ahead to the Irish leg of the tour next month. The drought ended to fevered applause as Oasis exploded on to the stage in Cardiff last night for the opening gig of their much anticipated comeback tour, the first of a number of shows in their 'LIVE 25 World Tour', planned for the summer ahead. Pic: Samir Hussein/WireImage Oasis will play Manchester, London, and Edinburgh before heading across the pond to Dublin on August 16 and 17. So, if you are one of the lucky ones who managed to get your mitts on a ticket for one of the Dublin shows, then here is all of the information you are going to need ahead of the highly anticipated gig. There are a number of ways to travel to Croke Park for concerts, but its very important to plan ahead in order to avoid delays. The opening night was a huge triumph by all accounts, with fans of the band describing it as their best gig ever, since their break up in 2009, Pic: AFP STRINGER/AFP via Getty Images Where possible, use public transport, instead of driving as the roads surrounding the stadium are residential roads. This means car parking is limited and restrictions will be in place within the locality. Dublin Bus offers a high-frequency, accessible and easy to use service from all over Dublin. A number of services bring you close to Croke Park and many others will get you to the city centre from where the stadium is a 15 minute walk. Transport for Ireland (TFI) have invaluable information on their website and a quick look could save you a lot of hassle in the run up to travelling to the gig. Gates open at 5pm and the concert is scheduled to start around 6.30pm with support act Richard Ashcroft and Cast taking to the stage shortly after. Oasis are due on stage around 8.15pm and judging by last nights show, will play for in and around two hours. So, what are the rules and regulations around the gig? Well if you're under 16 then you absolutely MUST be accompanied by an adult, whereas if you're under 14, then you're not allowed in the standing areas and MUST have a seat. With Cardiff now an undoubtable success, the Gallagher brothers will, no doubt, be looking ahead to the Irish leg of the tour next month. Pic: AFP STRINGER/AFP via Getty Images The show is completely sold out, and hotels in and around the area of Croke Park, on the northside of the city are scarcely available. MCD has described an Oasis concert as 'unlike anything else'. 'The roar that greets them as they step on stage. A set full of wall-to-wall classics. The spine-tingling sensation of being in a crowd singing back every word. And especially the charisma, spark and intensity that only comes when Liam and Noel Gallagher are on-stage together'. If last nights triumphant return to live performance is anything to go by, then the fans heading to Dublin in August are in for an amazing couple of nights. In a nutshell, Use public transport if you can. Do not assume you can park near Croke Park, you can't! Don't assume you will find a cheap hotel room at this stage – you won't. And obey the Gardai and Stewards on the day, remember they are there to keep you safe and ensure that everyone has a fun and memorable time. For more information closer to the time, check out
