World Cup 2026

🇩🇪 GERMANY CHANTS

1 chant — lyrics, translations, and how to sing them

Germany's most iconic World Cup chant is Schland o Schland. "Schland" is an informal abbreviation of "Deutschland" that originated from TV presenter Stefan Raab's coinage during the 2006 World Cup, and went viral as a fan anthem during 2010. Below you'll find full lyrics, English translations, and rhythm guides for all 1 Germany chants.

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Schland o Schland

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Pre-match buildup — creates a wall of sound

Schland o Schland, Schland o Schland Ohhhh, Schland o Schland Schland o Schland, Schland o Schland Ohhhh, Schland o Schland Schland o Schland! Schland o Schland! Ohhhh, Schland o Schland!

Rhythm Guide

SCHLAND o SCHLAND, SCHLAND o SCHLAND / OHHHH SCHLAND o SCHLAND

Melody: Terrace chant — simple call-and-response, originated from Stefan Raab's 2010 parody song

Why It Matters

"Schland" is an informal abbreviation of "Deutschland" that originated from TV presenter Stefan Raab's coinage during the 2006 World Cup, and went viral as a fan anthem during 2010. It represents modern German football fandom — passionate but playful, a departure from the intensity stereotypes. The nickname stuck and became an anthem of a new generation of German fans.

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