Football is the most popular sport on the entire planet. Why is this? It could be down to the skill, the beautiful moments, or the unique passion for the game. There are plenty of factors that play into the people’s love for the game. There is no sport quite like it.
Like all great things, football is accompanied by music. Songs are associated with clubs, countries, and competitions are part of what sets the tone for certain games. It helps fuel the atmosphere and passion among the fans, as well as providing a fantastic soundtrack for the players. After all, nothing quite lifts your spirits like some great music. But when it comes to music in football, what are some of the best tracks? Here are some of the best football songs.
Zadok the Priest
Zadok the Priest is a British anthem originally composed in 1727. It was written by George Frideric Handel for the coronation of King George II. However, that is not what it is most known for in the modern day. The piece of music is now commonly referred to as the Champions League Anthem. It has become iconic since attaining the title, becoming one of the most recognizable pieces in all of football. The song is played prior to the kick-off of every Champions League fixture. It really ramps up the atmosphere in the stadium, as well as giving fans at home goosebumps. If you are betting on the Champions League, you may want to consider having your stakes made well before kick off. No matter the fixture, the anthem is not something that should be missed.
You’ll Never Walk Alone
You’ll Never Walk Alone was originally a show tune released in 1945. It was composed by Richard Rogers and the lyricist for the song was Oscar Hammerstein II. However, the song is much more than a show tune now. The iconic football song is associated with Liverpool FC. They adapted their song as their anthem, playing it before every home game. The song's title now also stands as the club motto, one of the most iconic and respected in world football. It has even been adopted by some of the other clubs in world football, after seeing its popularity when used by Liverpool. These clubs include Glasgow Celtic, Borussia Dortmund, FC Twente, and many more. Due to the song being used by clubs all over the world, it is now considered one of the most iconic pieces of music in football.
Waving Flag
The 2010 World Cup was a special one to say the least. The first time the competition was held in Africa, it was certainly a tournament that was anticipated. Part of what made the build up so exciting for fans was the official anthem. Waving Flag by K'naan is now one of the most enjoyed songs in world football. It’s catchy and positive sound really captured what the 2010 World Cup was about. Although World Cup anthems don’t usually make too much of an impact, this one will be remembered for a long time.