England supporters have embraced Neil Diamond's 'Sweet Caroline' as a tournament anthem since Euro 2020, when it was played at Wembley and sparked a crowd-wide singalong. The 1969 hit gained renewed popularity during England's run to the final, eventually re-charting in 2021. Diamond himself expressed being 'thrilled' about the song's adoption by Three Lions fans.

The trend expanded beyond football, with fans of boxing, cricket and rugby league also adopting the tune. Wonderwall by Oasis has since joined the repertoire, with players and supporters singing together after England's 4-2 victory over Croatia in Dallas. The Gallagher brothers have embraced the movement, with Noel declaring the song 'belongs to the people.'

Harry Kane called the Wonderwall moment 'one of my favourite ever moments in an England shirt,' highlighting the connection between players and supporters. While 'Chase the Sun' serves as the official goal song, these fan-driven anthems have created lasting memories that transcend typical football chants.

The adoption of these songs reflects how supporters create identity and unity, turning stadiums into communal spaces where music and football merge. These moments matter because they represent authentic fan culture rather than manufactured entertainment.