Lewis Hamilton's World Cup confession leaves England fans torn after 'It's Coming Home' moment

The Ferrari driver was asked about his World Cup loyalties ahead of the tournament and responded in the most English way possible, singing the iconic "It's coming home" line from football's famous anthem. With England preparing for another shot at ending their long wait for World Cup glory, Hamilton's response initially sounded like a full-throated endorsement of the Three Lions.

But then came the twist.

Rather than declaring himself firmly in England's corner, the seven-time Formula 1 world champion admitted his support is split between England and Brazil.

In fact, Hamilton, speaking at the Barcelona GP where Racing Bull released a football-inspired new look, went a step further by revealing that the South American giants have always held a special place in his heart.

"For me, it's tied with England," Hamilton explained, before revealing that Brazil has been his favourite team since childhood.

The confession might come as a surprise to some fans, but it makes perfect sense when you consider Hamilton's long-standing connection with the country.

Growing up, Hamilton was captivated by the magic of Brazil's golden generation. Players such as Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, Rivaldo, Cafu and Roberto Carlos helped shape his love for the Seleção, whose flair and style stood out from everyone else.

Then there's Hamilton's well-known admiration for Ayrton Senna. The three-time world champion was Hamilton's childhood hero and played a huge role in creating the emotional bond that still exists between the Ferrari driver and Brazil today. Hamilton's affection for the nation became so strong that he was awarded honorary Brazilian citizenship in 2022.

Of course, England fans may not care much about the explanation. After hearing Hamilton enthusiastically belt out "It's coming home", many would have expected a simple answer. Instead, they've discovered they're sharing the Ferrari star with one of their biggest football rivals.

The real drama could arrive later in the tournament. If England and Brazil collide in the knockout stages, Hamilton may face a tougher decision than any Ferrari strategy call. For now, he's backing both teams.