Erling Haaland chant: Lyrics, tune and story behind Manchester City’s goal-machine anthem

The 2026-27 Premier League season is in full swing, which means that Manchester City fans are already serenading their goal machine with another raucous rendition of the Erling Haaland chant.

The Citizens may have been concerned about heading into the unknown without talismanic manager Pep Guardiola this term, but if there was one person they could rely on for continuity, it was their number nine.

The striker, who has an extraordinary record of 118 goals in 138 Premier League appearances for Man City, has helped the Citizens to make a flawless start in the league under new manager Enzo Maresca, scoring six goals in his first six league appearances.

Alongside netting a brace in their Champions League opener against Porto, it is already clear to see that Haaland is showing no signs of slowing down this season, and as such, expect to hear his song ring around the Etihad every time the talismanic Norwegian gets on the scoresheet – which is extremely often!

Read on as Football Ground Guide covers all you need to know about the Erling Haaland chant, including the sing's lyrics, tune and origin.

Erling Haaland chant lyrics and tune

The Haaland chant melody comes from the Italian folk classic ‘Bella Ciao', a song that gained renewed popularity through the series Money Heist. Its rhythmic, marching beat makes it perfect for terrace anthems.

The simplicity of the chant makes it instantly singable, while its joyful tone reflects the sheer inevitability of Haaland's goals. Every time the Etihad erupts with ‘Ha-ha-ha-ha-Haaland,' it feels like both a celebration and a warning to opponents: the Viking is here, and he is not done scoring yet!

Below are the lyrics for the Haaland chant.

Haaland, Haaland,

He's a blue just like his dad

Now he's at the Etihad

Ha-Ha-Ha-Haaland, hey

Haaland, Haaland,

Came to us from Germany,

He's here to win the Champions League

Ha-Ha-Ha-Haaland, hey

Yorkshire-born Norwegian lad, Roy Keane tried to kill his dad

Ha ha ha Haaland

Origin of the Haaland chant

The chant first emerged in 2022, shortly after Haaland joined Manchester City. Fans wasted no time creating a song matched to Haaland's meteoric impact. It began in the pubs near the Etihad before quickly spreading across social media and into the stands.

Within weeks, Erling Haaland became one of the most popular football chants, even inspiring remixes and viral videos. Born in Leeds, raised in Norway, and now terrorising defences in England.

Norway fans have also started to sing the chant, which was heard at the 2026 World Cup when Haaland helped his nation reach the quarter-finals.

Manchester City fans singing the Haaland chant

FGG Says: A modern classic for a modern football phenomenon

The Haaland chant captures everything Manchester City fans love about their record-breaking striker: power, pride and pure fan. It is not just about the goals; it is about the feeling that every time Haaland steps onto the pitch, something unstoppable is about to happen.

The ‘Ha-ha-ha-Haaland' refrain has become part of City's matchday soundtrack, echoing through the Etihad within infectious rhythm. Like the player himself, the chant is bold, unmistakable and built to last.