Soccer BGM: A collection of theme songs and cheering chants
There are so many songs related to soccer—like theme songs for live match broadcasts and each team’s fight songs! Among them, the support songs and theme tracks for Japan’s national team when they compete in world tournaments always draw a lot of attention.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of soccer-related music, including famous theme songs, broadcast BGM, and team chants.
If there’s a song you happened to hear and have been curious about, you’ll likely find it here.
So, let’s dive in and see what songs are out there!
Soccer BGM: A collection of theme songs and cheering chants (1–10)
FIFA AnthemFranz Lambert
This piece, woven from a grand orchestral sound and a solemn melodic line, embodies the celebration of football.
Franz Lambert’s powerful arrangement blends beautifully with the striking tune that heightens the pre-match excitement.
Released in 1994, it has continued to be used as the entrance music for players at the world’s premier football tournaments and international matches, leaving a deep impression on football fans.
It’s a classic that lets not only football enthusiasts but anyone feel the greatness of sport.
You’ll Never Walk AloneGerry & The Pacemakers
This is the song sung by supporters at Anfield, Liverpool’s home stadium, when the players take the field.
Liverpool’s passionate supporters, who give their all to inspire the team, are famous around the world.
Besides Liverpool, the song is also sung by supporters of Borussia Dortmund in Germany, Celtic in Scotland, and FC Tokyo in Japan.
OverRyota Mitsunaga
It’s a heartwarming support song packed with the fervent feelings of the fans and their cheers for the players.
Because Ryota Mitsunaga himself once belonged to the JEF United Ichihara Chiba junior youth team, the realistic scenes and emotions he depicts are truly moving.
It’s memorable not only for its fist-pumping power, but also for its gentle melody that seems to softly support the players’ hearts.
The song is included on the single “Day By Day,” released in February 2006.
It’s loved both as the team’s official support song and as the departure melody at JR Soga Station.
Prior to the release, a chorus recording featuring supporters was held in September 2005.
Isn’t it a perfect classic for those moments when you and your teammates unite your hearts toward a common goal?
ALL FOR ZELVIAZel-Tsuku Family
It’s a team song filled with love for the club.
Released in 2021 under the Zeltuku Family name, it’s the official support song for FC Machida Zelvia.
Rapper KEN THE 390 produced the track, with vocals by Rei Inoue of Juice=Juice.
Its exhilarating sound fuses pop and hip-hop, and its uplifting message—conveying the unity between the team and its supporters—truly resonates.
Two Billion HeartsComposed by Lalo Schifrin et al.
This is the theme song from the film “Two Billion Hearts,” which captures the passion and excitement surrounding the 1994 FIFA World Cup.
Composed by Lalo Schifrin, a master of film music, in collaboration with his longtime partner Gary Stockdale, the piece features a sophisticated sound that skillfully weaves together elements of jazz and bossa nova.
Its passionate vocals perfectly match the grand theme of uniting the hearts of roughly two billion soccer fans around the world.
It’s an exhilarating track that, when listened to before a match, heightens your anticipation for the thrilling action to come.
VINCENTsumika
This is a powerful track that captures the passion of soccer through music! Written specifically as WOWOW’s “European Soccer 2024–25 Season Image Song,” it’s designed to inspire both the players taking the field and the fans in the stands.
It blends sumika’s signature, forceful rock sound with pop elements, lifting your spirits the moment you listen.
Released in September 2024, the song is an ambitious work unveiled in the band’s milestone 10th anniversary year.
Play it before a match and you’re guaranteed to enjoy the game even more! It’s a must-listen for anyone eager to witness a heated battle or cheer their team on.
FIFA anthem
It’s a piece that’s often played when players enter the pitch at FIFA-organized international tournaments.
Hearing this song really builds the feeling that the battle is about to begin.
Since it has been used since 1994, it’s probably very familiar to those who have been following soccer for a long time.