In a touching tribute, Arsenal Football Club played the entrance music of the late Bray Wyatt during halftime at their match against Fulham at the Emirates Stadium.
The Premier League side has a tradition of incorporating WWE music into their playlist, and they seized the opportunity to honour the wrestling superstar who recently passed away.
The decision to play Wyatt’s theme song resonated with both WWE enthusiasts and football fans at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal‘s stadium DJ, Peter Mujuzi, introduced wrestling-themed entrance music in 2017 to inject excitement into the playlist.
The idea quickly gained popularity on social media, with fans and even wrestlers themselves expressing their appreciation for the unique musical selection.
Bray Wyatt’s theme song was played during half-time of the Arsenal vs Fulham match today at Emirates Stadium.#BrayWyattForever 🙏🙏🙏
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— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) August 26, 2023
What Happened To Bray Wyatt?
Bray Wyatt, whose real name was Windham Rotunda, tragically died on the 24th of August at 36. His last appearance in WWE was at the Royal Rumble event in January 2023. Reports from August 19th indicated that Wyatt had been battling a severe illness but had shown signs of improvement. However, just five days later, WWE announced his unexpected passing, leaving the wrestling community and fans in shock.
Wyatt’s untimely demise has left a void in the wrestling industry, with fans and WWE superstars alike paying tribute to his legacy. The entertainment community at large also mourns the loss of a talented performer. Arsenal’s homage to Wyatt serves as a testament to the impact he had on both the wrestling world and beyond. His memories and contributions will continue to be cherished by fans and forever remain a part of WWE’s rich history.