Or have we not? Now that England has advanced past the group stage, it’s time for the country to start raising its expectations far too soon. Sure, there are still a few obstacles to be cleared before the Euro 2024 championship, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to start thinking about (whisper it) football and potentially returning home.
Written by Frank Skinner, David Baddiel, and Ian Broudie of The Lightning Seeds, the song’s central refrain has come to be associated with England and football.
Three Lions, originally released for Euro ’96 when the game had only been around for thirty years, is the greatest English football hymn.
The song became a phenomenon during Euro 2020, when the men’s team made it to its first international tournament final since 1966. However, the journey ended with the all-too-familiar misery of losing to Italy on penalties. Following their victory over Germany in the championship match, the Lionesses brought football home to England, who were eventually named European champions in 2022.
Okay, so can it stay here? Would Gareth Southgate’s team be able to score two goals?
Here are some official and unofficial songs to add to your playlist for Euro 2024, ranging from a celebration of baked products to a tribute to former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson.
