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England fans hear darts song during World Cup match against Croatia

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

England fans hear darts song during World Cup match against Croatia

Summary

During England's opening match against Croatia at the 2026 World Cup in Dallas, the team's dedicated goal song, Planet Funk's ‘Chase the Sun’, was played four times following each goal in a 4-2 victory. The choice of this track aligns with its popularity at darts events, contributing to a lively atmosphere as fans sang along throughout the match. This trend of goal songs is now widespread among national teams, with various countries selecting songs that resonate culturally, including AC/DC in Australia and 'Seven Nation Army' by the Czech Republic. As this year's tournament progresses, these selections are adding a unique element to the matches.

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•England scored four goals against Croatia in their opening match.
•Planet Funk's ‘Chase the Sun’ is England's dedicated goal song.
•Fans sang along during the match, enhancing the atmosphere.
•Other nations, like Australia and the Czech Republic, also chose popular songs.
•Goal songs are becoming a standard practice among national teams.

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