Will Grigg

Will Grigg

Canada CanadaathleteMale9.0Global Dominance: 0.01%

Will Grigg is a professional footballer who gained fame as a striker for Wigan Athletic, particularly during the 2015-16 season when he scored 28 goals. He became the subject of a popular soccer chant, 'Will Grigg’s on fire, your defence is terrified,' which originated from fans' creative reworking of an Italian dance hit, showcasing the cultural significance of soccer chants in English football.

Power5,105
Reach114,130

Country presence

Recent news mentions

Will Grigg is a Wigan striker known for his impressive goal-scoring during the 2015-16 season.

Chants and anthems are part of the fabric of global soccer. Canada has catching up to do
The Globe and Mail·CanadaCanada· 2026-06-23
9.0