The Proclaimers' song was adopted as an anthem during the ‘Hands Off Hibs’ campaign in 1990, and it’s been sung by fans ever since – in the good times and the bad. One of the most iconic singalongs in world football, it’s never anything less than a proper hairs-on-the-back-of-your neck moment. At least for those of a green-and-white persuasion.The Proclaimers' song was adopted as an anthem during the ‘Hands Off Hibs’ campaign in 1990, and it’s been sung by fans ever since – in the good times and the bad. One of the most iconic singalongs in world football, it’s never anything less than a proper hairs-on-the-back-of-your neck moment. At least for those of a green-and-white persuasion.
The Proclaimers' song was adopted as an anthem during the ‘Hands Off Hibs’ campaign in 1990, and it’s been sung by fans ever since – in the good times and the bad. One of the most iconic singalongs in world football, it’s never anything less than a proper hairs-on-the-back-of-your neck moment. At least for those of a green-and-white persuasion.

10 of the best football terrace anthems including Sunshine On Leith, Blue Moon and I'm Forever Blowing Bubbles

Gary Flockhart
By Gary Flockhart
Published 23rd Aug 2023, 04:55 BST
Updated 23rd Aug 2023, 13:29 BST
From Hibs supporters’ hair-raising renditions of Sunshine On Leith to Liverpool FC’s scarves-in-the-air chants of You’ll Never Walk Alone, some tunes are so synonymous with a football club it’s easy to forget they once had a life away from the terraces.

Here we take a look at 10 of the most stirring songs heard at football stadiums up and down the country, whether over a tannoy or by the fans themselves.

Have a scroll through our photo gallery to see which ones we’ve opted for – and before you go, let us know your own favourites in the comments section.

Crystal Palace have a long history with The Dave Clark Five's 'Glad All Over'. The group even played the song live at Selhurst Park in 1968. In 1990, the Palace squad covered the song in the run up to the FA Cup final, which they lost to Manchester United in a replay. Rotherham United, Port Vale, Swindon Town, Blackpool, and Partick Thistle have all played the song after scoring in recent years, too.

9. 'Glad All Over' - Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace have a long history with The Dave Clark Five's 'Glad All Over'. The group even played the song live at Selhurst Park in 1968. In 1990, the Palace squad covered the song in the run up to the FA Cup final, which they lost to Manchester United in a replay. Rotherham United, Port Vale, Swindon Town, Blackpool, and Partick Thistle have all played the song after scoring in recent years, too. Photo: Bradley Collyer

Photo Sales
Previous
3 / 3
Next Page
Related topics:HibsLiverpool FC

Comment Guidelines

National World encourages reader discussion on our stories. User feedback, insights and back-and-forth exchanges add a rich layer of context to reporting. Please review our Community Guidelines before commenting.