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!
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Songs About Soccer | Western Music Edition (1–10)
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.
La La La ft. Carlinhos BrownShakira
If you want to feel the excitement and joy of soccer through music, Shakira’s “La La La ft.
Carlinhos Brown” is a must-listen! This song, which lit up the 2014 World Cup, is characterized by its rhythmic, energetic beat.
Influenced by electro house that channels Brazil’s passion, it’s guaranteed to hype up any drive when you play it in the car.
Don’t miss the visuals that highlight Afro-Brazilian heritage, either.
The music video, featuring cameo appearances by players, is a wonderful work that lets you relive the emotion all over again!
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.
Songs related to soccer | Western music edition (11–20)
VindalooFat Les
While rooted in British pop rock, this approachable song incorporates brass band sounds and chant-like elements reminiscent of stadium anthems.
Released in 1998 by Fat Les—a group formed by Alex James of Blur, Keith Allen, and Damien Hirst—the track was created for the FIFA World Cup.
Peaking at No.
2 on the UK Singles Chart, it was intended as a parody of football chants, but ultimately became embraced as a rallying song for the England national team.
The music video parodies The Verve’s “Bitter Sweet Symphony,” was filmed in Hoxton, London, and features a large crowd generating a festive atmosphere.
It’s the perfect tune for moments when you want to get pumped up, such as watching matches at sports bars or pubs.
World Cup WillieLonnie Donegan
A song inspired by the official mascot of the 1966 FIFA World Cup in England was created in 1965 by Lonnie Donegan, who hailed from Glasgow, Scotland.
Active on the British music scene, Donegan skillfully blended a novelty-song flavor with pop elements to craft a piece that would resonate with football fans.
Celebrating the first lion character in the history of FIFA World Cup official mascots, the song has a bright, cheerful vibe and a comfortable feel that’s perfect for a drive.
Released as a 7-inch single, it captured people’s hearts with a lion wearing a Union Jack football shirt.
It’s a track brimming with the distinctive charm of Donegan, who also collaborated with Elton John and Ringo Starr on the album Puttin’ On The Style.
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.
Playground SuperstarHappy Mondays
This is a striking track by Happy Mondays, the band that epitomized the UK Madchester scene, created in 2005 for the soundtrack of the football film Goal!.
Blending indie rock with dance beats, the song showcases Shaun Ryder’s distinctive vocals and reached number 51 on the UK Singles Chart.
Its energetic guitar riffs and rhythmic beats complement the film’s storyline, generating a refreshing rush that perfectly suits sports scenes.
It’s a great pick for warming up before exercise or getting pumped before watching a game.