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 compilation of theme songs and cheers (41–50)
NEVER GIVE UP!Kylee
This song was created as an anthem to powerfully cheer on the intense battles of soccer.
Released in July 2011 as the fourth single, it was chosen as the program image song for TOYOTA Presents FIFA Club World Cup 2011, capturing the hearts of soccer fans around the world.
Kylee’s powerful vocals pair perfectly with the emotional sound.
And the lyrics—urging listeners to never give up even when facing setbacks and hardships, and to keep moving forward toward their dreams—deeply resonate with the audience.
Soccer BGM: A compilation of theme songs and chants (51–60)
Cerezo!Umeda Saifā
A rousing anthem packed with passionate love for soccer.
It’s a powerful track by Umeda Cypher, a crew based in Osaka.
Released in March 2025, the song was selected as the official theme for the Cerezo Osaka soccer team.
The aggressive beat and exhilarating flow are seriously cool! Its call-and-response structure, designed to get supporters moving as one, is another highlight.
Lyrics infused with love for Osaka, pride in the team, and hope for the future electrify the stadium.
La Marseillaise
It’s widely used as a team chant set to the French national anthem.
It’s a song often used by Nagoya Grampus supporters, and abroad it’s famous with clubs like Sevilla FC.
Originally a revolutionary song from the French Revolution with radical lyrics, its fiery melody fits the battle of football and helps energize the entire match.
RememberRip Slyme with Mongol 800
Released as the first collaboration between RIP SLYME, a rap group popular among young people, and the hit rock band MONGOL800, this song was selected as the support anthem for the 86th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
Its sound is captivating, delivering courage and energy to those who are feeling down.
I’ll Go Crazy If I Don’t Go Crazy TonightU2
It’s a famous song by the popular Irish rock band U2, and it’s also the opening theme for TV Tokyo’s program “FOOT x BRAIN.” U2 themselves are big soccer fans—they’ve attended matches and even used footage of the band playing soccer in a music video.
Hiroshima Night
It’s a supporter chant beloved by Sanfrecce Hiroshima fans.
The sight of the entire stadium singing as one is breathtaking.
It’s based on the song “Saturday Night,” released in the UK in the 1970s.
The lyrics are powerful, filled with pride and passion, and it’s often sung during highlight moments and crucial points in the match.
It plays an important role in deepening the supporters’ sense of solidarity.
GloriousBE:FIRST
This song was created as the official cheer song for the All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.
It was released by BE:FIRST in November 2023.
Members MANATO and JUNON composed the music, and LEO contributed to the lyrics.
It’s an emotional mid-tempo number that celebrates striving toward dreams and the future, as well as the power of hard work.
The song portrays the pursuit of dreams even while covered in mud and the strength to overcome setbacks, offering real encouragement.
It’s a track that makes you feel the importance of bonds with your teammates.