Songs about soccer | Western music edition
Compared to sports like baseball or table tennis, soccer and basketball have famous theme songs and entrance music.
In particular, I feel that Western songs associated with soccer tend to have a refreshing vibe.
This time, we’ve picked a wide range of soccer-related Western tracks—from timeless classics to recent hits—spanning multiple eras!
Each song has a memorable sound, so why not add them to your driving music playlist?
Please sit back, relax, and enjoy!
Songs About Soccer | Western Music Edition (1–10)
Together StrongerManic Street Preachers
A magnificent arena-rock masterpiece, imbued with Welsh pride, was delivered by Wales’ Manic Street Preachers for the UEFA Euro 2016.
Marked by powerful melodies and choral work, the song served as the official anthem for the Wales national football team, uniting the hearts of the players and supporters.
Released in May 2016 with all proceeds donated, the track deftly fuses power pop and arena rock into an exhilarating sound that invites mass sing-alongs from stadium-filling crowds.
As an anthem that colored moments of glory, it was performed at the homecoming celebration at Cardiff City Stadium and has remained deeply etched in the hearts of football fans.
It’s also a recommended track for watching sports or as driving music when you want to boost your energy.
Who Put The Weight Of The World On My Shoulders?Oasis
A gem of a ballad featured on the soundtrack of the film Goal!, this piece was crafted by Oasis, one of the UK’s most iconic bands.
Its grand string arrangements and emotional melodic lines intertwine to create a depth you wouldn’t expect from a football film soundtrack.
Released in October 2005 to coincide with Goal!, the track, alongside remixed versions of other Oasis songs like Cast No Shadow and Morning Glory, brilliantly captures the film’s world.
With UNKLE participating as producer and performances by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the result is exceptional.
It’s a track that resonates—perfect for a relaxed drive or as background music when you’re standing at a crossroads in life.
The Anfield RapLiverpool FC
Released in May 1988 by Liverpool FC, one of the flagship clubs of English football, this hip-hop track was an ambitious work that embraced the latest trends of its time.
Skillfully sampling LL Cool J, Eric B.
& Rakim, and even the Beatles, the song became a major hit, reaching No.
3 on the UK Singles Chart.
The rap humorously highlights the players’ differing accents, earning overwhelming support from supporters and achieving cult status.
Created to commemorate the team’s advance to the FA Cup final, the track features not only all the players but also the manager and even commentators, resulting in a passionate, all-hands effort.
It’s a must-listen not only for football fans but also for anyone interested in 1980s pop culture.
GlorylandDaryl Hall and Sounds of Blackness
This is a grand song released as the official theme for the 1994 FIFA World Cup.
Created through a collaboration between American singer-songwriter Daryl Hall and Minneapolis-based Sounds of Blackness, it is rooted in traditional spirituals and splendidly fuses gospel and pop.
Featuring powerful vocals and rich harmonies, it was performed at the tournament’s opening ceremony and was also used as the theme for ITV’s broadcast in the UK.
Beloved across borders, it reached No.
36 on the UK Official Singles Chart.
It’s a perfect track to play before a soccer match or whenever you want to boost your motivation.
Hurry Up EnglandSham 69 and The Special Assembly
This is an England national team supporters’ song by the British punk rock band Sham 69, which fired up the 2006 FIFA World Cup.
Based on and rearranged from their 1978 hit, the track features Blur guitarist Graham Coxon as a guest.
It’s an anthem packed with the powerful sound of punk rock and passionate support for the England team, and it shot to No.
10 on the UK Singles Chart shortly after its release in June 2006.
True to a supporters’ chant, it name-checks squad members like Wayne Rooney and Steven Gerrard one after another.
Chosen by Virgin Radio as “The People’s Anthem,” it’s a fan favorite—recommended not only for football supporters but also for anyone who loves energetic music.
Back HomeEngland World Cup Squad
A marching number released by the England World Cup Squad in the run-up to the world’s premier football tournament, the 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico.
Sung in unison by the England national team of the time, the track strikes a perfect balance with its bright, approachable melody line and rhythmic refrain.
The passionate vocals of top players, including Bobby Moore, vividly capture the hopes and fervor of their homeland, and the song achieved the remarkable feat of topping the UK singles chart for three consecutive weeks in May 1970.
In the mid-1990s, it was also used as the theme song for the BBC football comedy show Fantasy Football League, and it has remained beloved for many years.
Ideal for getting pumped before a match or as a companion to any sports viewing.
Stan’s World Cup SongStan Boardman
Created by Stan Boardman, a British comedian also known for his music, this poppy, humorous piece was made for the 2006 FIFA World Cup.
It’s an accessible track that incorporates traditional British melodies and impressively topped the UK Indie Chart.
It’s said that players like Jamie Carragher and Steven Gerrard were humming it at England’s training camp.
In 2010, a new version was released, with proceeds donated to the veterans’ charity Help for Heroes, reflecting his commitment to social contribution.
Beloved by many, this exhilarating song not only appeals to football fans but also adds excitement to any sports-viewing occasion.