Sir Anthony Hopkins has sent the football world into a frenzy with a cheeky pre-match pose that has left fans and pundits alike scratching their heads! The Oscar-winning actor was spotted donning an England shirt alongside his wife, Stella Arroyave, who opted for Mexico's colours - sparking a heated debate among supporters on social media. His caption, 'We're all winners... #WorldCup2026', only added fuel to the fire as hundreds of comments flooded in, questioning Sir Anthony's true allegiance.
The reaction was particularly scathing from Welsh fans, who were quick to remind him that his roots lie firmly in Wales - not England! Comments ranged from 'Take that shirt off Sir... you're Welsh!' and 'Olympus has fallen' to playful jibes about being a traitor to his heritage. But amidst the banter, some fans leapt to Sir Anthony's defence, suggesting he was simply embracing the World Cup spirit with his wife - who can blame him?!
As one of Hollywood's most iconic names, you'd think Sir Anthony would be above such trivialities, but it seems even an 88-year-old legend isn't immune to a bit of football fever! His Welsh heritage is well-documented, and he's consistently shown pride in his roots. But this latest Instagram post has raised eyebrows - especially given England's narrow victory over Mexico in the World Cup quarter-finals.
Sir Anthony Hopkins may be best known for his chilling portrayal of Hannibal Lecter in 'The Silence of the Lambs' or his more recent Oscar-winning turn in 'The Father', but this latest social media stunt has momentarily shifted the spotlight onto his football allegiances. Love him or loathe him, one thing's for certain - Sir Anthony knows how to get under the skin of even the most passionate fans!