Noel Gallagher and Russell Brand go to support their boyhood teams at the football in London

They make no secret of their passion for the beautiful game.So it was little surprise to see Russell Brand and Noel Gallagher enjoying a break from their hectic work schedules by watching their boyhood football teams taking to the pitch in London.Sat in the stands at Upton Park (also known as Boleyn Ground), the firebrand comedian, 40, and the Mancunian musical legend, 48, managed to remain in high spirits throughout the match.