2026 World Cup: The best concerts and traditions at the tournament

Every four years, not only the teams but also the supporters get their due opportunity to perform on the global stage. Enthusiastic fans from 48 countries take to stadiums in the United States, Canada and Mexico in June and July, bringing their fans to the forefront. Some traditions are common to all. Fans wear torture and culture-based costumes, covering their faces and bodies in color; They bring guns and songs and sing enthusiastically to every match. But some fan bases have distinct traditions. Here's a look at some of the highlights of this trophy.

Japan, "Vamos Nippon"

Japan is an example of how football is a global sport. An important concert for fans of the cooked blue team is a combination of Japanese and Spanish: "Vamos Nippon!" The concert is based on Japan's official pronunciation of "Nippon", but with a twist from other countries' Spanish-language concerts. "Nippon Olé" is another concerto that is often used by Japanese yultras.

Netherlands, "Oranje Fanwalk"

The Netherlands has become a staple for international soccer fans, with orange-clad fans appearing at every match. In an event called the "Oranje Fanwalk", fans of the Netherlands sing songs and hold a rally on their way to the match. 110,000 Netherlands fans attended the rally at Euro 2024.

Argentina, "Muchachos"

The song "Muchachos" has become the anthem of Argentina's 2022 World Cup team. Gets the lines "En Argentina nací, tierra de Diego y Lionel". Ahead of the 2022 World Cup, the song was reworked as an anthem to record expectations of winning the World Cup.


Norway, "Viking Row"

Norway is celebrating their Viking heritage before this World Cup, as is Iceland's "Viking Clap" tradition. In what supporters call "Viking Row," after two shots, all fans chant the word "yoo" and pretend to take a hit in unison.

Algeria: "1,2,3, viva l'Algerie"

The origin story of the concert "One, two, three, viva l'Algerie" is unclear, but it is said to have originated during the Algerian struggle for independence.

Scotland, "Tartan Army Sunshine Appeal"

Scottish supporters, under the name "Tartan Army", are running a tradition of donating to children in every town.

Senegal, "Seven Letters"

Senegal is supported by a group of supporters called the 12ème Gainde, under the name "Lions of Teranga".

America, "I believe that we will win"

The "I believe that we will win" concert has become a tradition among supporters of the US men's national team.