Why does Oasis 2027 tour not include any Wembley gigs? Fans bemoan band's capital 'snub'

The iconic Britpop act confirmed a 38-date live tour from May to September next year with dates in the UK, Europe and America.The UK shows are made up of five dates in Glasgow, 11 dates in Manchester and three at Knebworth, 30 years after they played historic two nights at the Hertfordshire venue in 1996.But London fans are disappointed that no specific dates in the capital have been announced.The band’s “Live 25” reunion tour included five sell-out shows at Wembley Stadium, with two additional shows at the national stadium added due to high demand.But the nearest gig for Londoners this time round is well beyond the boundaries of the M25 in Knebworth, a 20 to 40 minute journey by train from King's Cross or St Pancras International. Alternatively, it is a 30 mile drive from central London expected to take hours on concert day.Fans in the capital have been taken aback by the lack of London shows, with some calling the choice a “snub”.Oasis performed a pair of legendary sold-out shows in Knebworth back in August 1996PA Archive"You saw everyone in London wearing bucket hats and Adidas tops last year, it was such a good vibe. It feels like a missed opportunity not to do it all over again,” said one disappointed fan."London is so much better setup for this than anywhere else. Everyone who was at Knebworth the first time said the sound was rubbish!,” they added.“Only Manchester? No London? It’s gonna be even harder to get a ticket than last year,” said another, whilst a fourth added: “Nothing in London, meh.”Another fan said: “It’s really exciting that Oasis are back next year. I saw them at Wembley Stadium two years ago and it was one of the best nights of my life. I'm just gutted they’re not coming back to the capital, it does feel like a bit of a snub.”Others vented their frustrations online.However, others praised the decision to leave the capital off of the list. “They don't owe nothing to London, they were made in the North, by the North. Londoners get to see any act they want to at the O2 or Wembley, can't they make the trip up to Manchester once in a while? An Oasis fan holds a banner and poses for a photo on Wembley Way in 2025PA Wire“Why not support local economies in the UK outside one of the richest cities in the world?”“After a period of reflection “The Most Damaging Pop Cultural Force In Recent British History” has declared itself fit for purpose and will once again return to lift the spirits of the people.Read More“Come witness the fitness. It shall be a sight to behold,” the band said.The band had been teasing another tour over the past couple of weeks, with a range of cryptic posts and statements, sending fans into a frenzy.Oasis have been dropping hints about tour venues on social media recently, including the Etihad Stadium, Celtic Park and Knebworth PA WireThe group set the internet blaze in 2024 when they announced that they would be going on tour the following year - the first time since the band split in 2009.Here is the list of the venues and dates for the 2027 tour:May 21 Glasgow, Celtic ParkMay 23 Glasgow, Celtic ParkMay 25 Glasgow, Celtic ParkMay 28 Glasgow, Celtic ParkMay 29 Glasgow, Celtic ParkJune 04 Manchester, Etihad StadiumJune 06 Manchester, Etihad StadiumJune 08 Manchester, Etihad StadiumJune 11 Manchester, Etihad StadiumJune 12 Manchester, Etihad StadiumJune 15 Manchester, Etihad StadiumJune 18 Manchester, Etihad StadiumJune 19 Manchester, Etihad StadiumJune 22 Manchester, Etihad StadiumJune 25 Manchester, Etihad StadiumJune 26 Manchester, Etihad StadiumJuly 02 Munich, Allianz ArenaJuly 03 Munich, Allianz ArenaJuly 10 Barcelona, Estadi Olímpic Lluís CompanysJuly 11 Barcelona, Estadi Olímpic Lluís CompanysJuly 16 Amsterdam, Johan Cruijff ArenAJuly 17 Amsterdam, Johan Cruijff ArenAJuly 23 Paris, Stade de FranceJuly 24 Paris, Stade de FranceJuly 29 Rome, Stadio OlimpicoJuly 30 Rome, Stadio OlimpicoOasis are back for another tour, though there will be no stops in London this timeJoshua HallingAugust 10 Boston, Gillette StadiumAugust 13 Boston, Gillette StadiumAugust 14 Boston, Gillette StadiumAugust 20 Las Vegas, Allegiant StadiumAugust 21 Las Vegas, Allegiant StadiumAugust 24 Las Vegas, Allegiant StadiumSeptember 04 Slane Castle, IrelandSeptember 05 Slane Castle, IrelandSeptember 11 Knebworth, UKSeptember 12 Knebworth, UKSeptember 18 Knebworth, UK