Anne Hathaway went viral after showing her love for Arsenal FC during their stunning 3-0 victory over Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals.
Hollywood actress Anne Hathaway sang “North London Forever” passionately at the Emirates Stadium, captivating fans worldwide and sparking mixed reactions.
The surprise moment came shortly after Arsenal’s dominant performance stunned the reigning Champions League titleholders. Hathaway, known for her vocal talents in musicals like Les Misérables, smiled broadly as she sang alongside Arsenal fans, celebrating with unmistakable pride.
Her performance of “North London Forever”, a heartfelt anthem by lifelong Arsenal fan Louis Dunford, instantly went viral. The song, affectionately known by fans as “The Angel,” has become a rallying cry in the Emirates since its release in February 2022.
Anne Hathaway is Arsenal through and through 🔴⚪️ pic.twitter.com/d6ghlL2u5r
— Premier League USA (@PLinUSA) April 9, 2025
Dua Lipa wasn’t the only global celebrity in attendance that night. Still, Hathaway’s joyful tribute stole the spotlight and triggered a backlash among Real Madrid supporters, who saw the moment as a premature celebration.
Arsenal’s victory came from two sensational free-kick goals from Declan Rice and a third from Mikel Merino. The win puts Mikel Arteta’s squad in a commanding position, but with the second leg scheduled for April 16 at the Santiago Bernabéu, the battle is far from over.
🎶 North London Forever 🎶
Arsenal fan Anne Hathaway has shared her rendition of the club’s iconic anthem after their victory against Real Madrid last night 🎤 pic.twitter.com/cEOtIRfvlB
— Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) April 9, 2025
Hathaway’s football fandom surprised many, but she already made headlines in November 2024 when she nearly collided with NBA star OG Anunoby at Madison Square Garden while attending a game with her young son.
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As the Champions League drama unfolds, Hathaway’s enthusiastic support shows us just how global and emotional—football truly is. Whether Arsenal reaches the semifinals or Real Madrid mounts a legendary comeback, this unforgettable moment has already secured its place in football and entertainment history.