Arsenal fans had mixed reactions to Hollywood actress Anne Hathaway’s rendition of their beloved anthem North London Forever following the Gunners’ impressive 3-0 victory over Real Madrid.
The win, which secured a strong position for Mikel Arteta’s team in the Champions League semi-finals, saw goals from Declan Rice and Mikel Merino.
However, it was Hathaway’s heartfelt attempt at the club’s anthem that sparked a flood of reactions across social media.
The Victory That Sparked Excitement
The match at the Emirates Stadium was nothing short of spectacular.
Arsenal’s performance was dominant, with Declan Rice delivering two perfectly executed free-kicks and Mikel Merino adding a third goal to seal the deal.
The win against the reigning Champions League holders had fans buzzing, and many, including celebrity supporters like Hathaway, took to social media to express their excitement.
Anne Hathaway’s Anthem Performance Receives Mixed Reviews
Hathaway, who has long been a vocal supporter of the club, took to social media to sing North London Forever in celebration of the victory.
While some fans appreciated the gesture, others found her rendition a bit off-key, with many expressing their discomfort.
“Really difficult watch that Anne lad,” one TikTok user commented, while another added, “What did I just watch?” Some fans even jokingly referenced her performance, saying, “I always wondered why Christian Bale hated her on set, now I know why.”
A Supportive Fan Despite the Backlash
Despite the negative comments, Hathaway did receive praise from some Arsenal fans, particularly on Instagram, where she recently welcomed Bukayo Saka back to the team after his injury layoff.
Hathaway, who first made headlines for her support of Arsenal when she celebrated Leandro Trossard’s goal against Wolves, has always been open about her love for the Gunners.
Trossard himself even sent her a personal video message, thanking her for her enthusiasm and support.
Arsenal’s Next Challenge and Hathaway’s Continued Support
As Arsenal prepares for their next challenge against Brentford at the Emirates, fans are eager to see if they can maintain their strong form ahead of their Champions League second-leg match at the Bernabeu next week.
Hathaway, for her part, continues to support the team, showing that her love for Arsenal remains as strong as ever, despite the mixed reaction to her anthem performance.