"Why England’s Unique Goal Celebration Song Had Fans Guessing: The Cosmic Connection Behind the Croatia Game!"
Added on June 17, 2026 inFree Music News
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As we step onto the thrilling pitch of the 2026 World Cup, with the stars aligning for England under a cosmic spotlight, one can’t help but wonder—could the universe really be sending us a message through music? Each time our Three Lions score, the infectious beats of Planet Funk’s “Chase the Sun” echo through the stadium, setting the stage for jubilant celebrations. It’s a notorious tune that dances between the realms of football glory and darting excitement, stirring memories of both goals and games. With the world watching, will this rhythmic anthem transform into our unexpected battle cry? Join me as we unravel the cosmic connection behind this catchy tune that’s taken on a life of its own, sparking joy and confusion alike in the stands! LEARN MORE
If you’re a fan of Planet Funk’s hit ‘Chase the Sun’, you’re in luck – as we will hopefully be hearing it quite a lot over the next few weeks.
Each time one of the Three Lions hits the back of the net during the 2026 World Cup, the hit released back in 2000 rings out in the stadium while the crowd goes wild.
Some folks are wondering why the song that has become synonymous with darts is being blasted in celebration, and luckily for you lot, we’re here to fill you in on why.
The song was heard four times in the Dallas Stadium in Texas on Wednesday (17 June) evening, as England managed to bag a series of incredible goals while competing against Croatia.
Captain Harry Kane bagged two shots, while aces Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford then followed up to secure a 4-2 win.
England fans hear the track ‘Chase the Sun’ each time the Three Lions get a goal (Marvin Ibo Guengoer – GES Sportfoto/Getty Images)
But for most Brits, ‘Chase the Sun’ is something which reminds them of darts, rather than footballers frantically running around the pitch in the hopes of bringing it home.
The track by the Italian electronic band Planet Funk is often played when the likes of Luke Littler and other expert throwers take to the stage at the Alexandra Palace.
Taking to social media, one person said: “Chase the Sun goal music? This World Cup has truly arrived.”
Another added: “England’s chosen goal music is Chase the Sun… the darts is massive!”
A third queried: “Wait…they have Planet Funk’s Chase the Sun AKA the darts song playing after England score!?”
A fourth pointed out: “How ironic our goal song is Chase the Sun from the darts as England are the darts world champions.”
Thomas Tuchel’s team bagged a 4-2 win over Croatia on Wednesday (Alex Pantling – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
While a fifth chimed in saying: “Big fan of Chase The Sun as an England goal song!”
So – even though it’s a foot tapping tune that the majority of people enjoy listening to – why is it playing each time England score?
Well, it’s all down to FIFA bringing in stadium audio regulations for this year’s tournament.
This year, each nation is allowed to submit a personal song choice, which will play in celebration after each goal.
The scoring team’s federation for each country competing in the 2026 World Cup submitted a song choice ahead of time.
For example, Germany selected Peter Schilling’s ‘Major Tom’, while Mexico have opted for mariachi tunes.
Fittingly, after England’s triumph over Croatia came to a close on Wednesday evening, ‘Three Lions’ – the 1996 hit sang by David Baddiel, Frank Skinner and The Lightning Seed – was heard thumping through the stadium.
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