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!
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Soccer BGM: A collection of theme songs and cheering chants (1–10)
DAWNDISH//
This is a song by DISH//, the four-piece rock band fronted by actor Takumi Kitamura.
Chosen as the official theme song for the Japan National Soccer Team support project “SAMURAI BLUE: A New Landscape 2022,” the track is a remake of a song with the same title released in 2019.
By refining the band sound, it has been reborn into a grander piece befitting a theme for Japan’s team as they face the world.
Be sure to pay attention to the lyrics, which symbolize the players who keep moving forward to seize victory!
El MundialEnnio Morricone
The official theme song of the 1978 Argentina tournament, composed by film music maestro Ennio Morricone.
Based on a march style, it features a majestic sound characterized by a powerful brass section and rhythmic percussion that blend in perfect balance.
Released in 1978, this ambitious work marks Morricone—renowned for numerous masterpieces in film music—taking on the challenge of composing for a sporting event.
It splendidly captures the exhilaration of the FIFA World Cup, making it a perfect accompaniment while you enjoy highlights of the tournament and its matches.
StardomKing Gnu
This King Gnu track expresses a spirit of challenge, moving step by step toward one’s dreams.
It was used as NHK’s soccer theme song in 2022, and a highlight is that the ULTRAS, the supporter group of Japan’s national soccer team, took part in the chorus.
Amid its tense, grand sound, Latin-flavored percussion is woven in, conveying both a sense of floating and powerful drive.
The song depicts the effort and setbacks encountered on the path to a goal, encouraging listeners to overcome difficulties and summon their courage.
It’s a piece that conveys the atmosphere right before a match, when tension and excitement mix.
Soccer BGM: Collection of Theme Songs and Chants (11–20)
Nesia
Known as a support song for Montedio Yamagata, this piece is filled with the passionate feelings of the supporters.
With powerful lyrics that boldly sing of the “blue-and-white soul,” it expresses love for the team and the desire for victory.
Echoing throughout the stadium, this chant plays a crucial role in boosting the players’ morale and creating a sense of unity among supporters.
When you attend a match, be sure to raise your voice and join in with this song.
Two Billion HeartsSakkyoku: Raro Shifurin hoka
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.
To the place of dreamsw-inds.
It’s a cheer song brimming with youthful energy.
Released by w-inds.
in January 2005, it was created as the image song for the 83rd All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
It carries a message of support for young people taking on challenges toward their goals.
The refreshing, mid-tempo melody feels great.
It’s perfect not only as a cheer song for high school soccer, but also as an anthem for sports in general.
Be sure to check it out!
Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster
An uplifting anthem by Little Glee Monster, brimming with passion and powerful harmonies that stir the heart.
Created as the support song for the 96th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament, this piece gives a push to all who are walking toward their dreams.
Included on the album “juice,” the song carries a message that the tears you’ve shed will one day turn into shining achievements.
When you want to get fired up before a match or for an important moment, listening to this track will fill you with courage and hope.
It’s a song that stays close to your heart and gives you tremendous strength.