During Saturday evening’s penultimate UK performance at Wembley Stadium, Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher aimed a gesture towards his eldest sibling Paul, who faced serious criminal allegations in court a day earlier.
The 53-year-old vocalist interrupted the concert’s flow to announce his intention to dedicate the band’s 1997 track Stand By Me to Paul Gallagher, 59.
This public gesture occurred merely 24 hours after Mr Galllagher’s appearance at Harrow Crown Court, convening at Southwark Crown Court in the capital, where he entered not guilty pleas to numerous charges.
The dedication marked a notable moment in the reformed band’s highly anticipated reunion performances, which have drawn massive crowds across multiple UK venues.
Paul Gallagher faced multiple serious allegations when he stood before the court on Friday, entering denials to all charges brought against him
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Paul Gallagher faced multiple serious allegations when he stood before the court on Friday, entering denials to all charges brought against him.
The 59-year-old rejected accusations of rape and denied engaging in coercive and controlling conduct towards an alleged victim.
He additionally entered not guilty pleas to three instances of sexual assault and three separate allegations of intentional strangulation.
The court heard denials regarding two charges of threatening to kill and one count of assault causing actual bodily harm.
Oasis’ Noel and Liam dedicated a song to their brother Paul
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GETTYAccording to court proceedings, these alleged incidents were said to have occurred over a two-year period from 2022 through to 2024.
The moment arrived midway through the performance when Liam halted proceedings to address the 90,000-strong audience.
“I want to dedicate this one to Paul Gallagher,” the vocalist announced before the band launched into their emotional ballad.
The chosen track carries particular resonance with its introspective lyrics about learning and uncertainty, including lines referencing standing together despite not knowing what lies ahead.
The concert featured several other memorable moments beyond the fraternal dedication, with Liam suggesting the band’s return might extend beyond their current commitments.
“Thank you for keeping the faith. See you next year,” he told the audience before the final number, fuelling speculation about potential 2026 performances.
The evening also included a touching memorial to Manchester boxer Ricky Hatton, with the band dedicating Live Forever to the late sportsman who passed away this month aged 46.
Hatton’s image appeared on screens behind the stage following the song, prompting enthusiastic applause from attendees.
Paul Gallagher appeared in court on Friday
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The reformed group’s setlist featured numerous classics including Hello, Some Might Say, and Morning Glory, concluding with their trilogy of biggest hits: Don’t Look Back In Anger, Wonderwall, and Champagne Supernova.
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Following the final Wembley performance, the band will take a break before resuming their tour in South Korea on October 25.