William Saliba has grown into a key figure in Arsenal’s rise back to prominence in recent seasons.
Signed from Saint-Etienne in 2019, the French defender spent time out on loan before finally establishing himself in the first team during the 2022–23 campaign.
Now widely seen as one of the top centre-backs in the game, Saliba has played a major role in Arsenal’s push for the Premier League title and could further strengthen his legacy at the club by the end of the 2025-26 season.
The Gunners are edging closer to ending their long wait for a league crown, with their progress built largely on a solid defensive foundation, where Saliba has been central.
The Frenchman's composure, physical presence and ability on the ball have made him a standout performer, quickly earning the admiration of supporters.
Unsurprisingly, Arsenal supporters have created a chant in his honour, and it has become a regular sound around the Emirates Stadium and beyond.
William Saliba chant lyrics and tune
Arsenal fans often chant Saliba's name emphatically to an adapted version of ‘Tequila' by The Champs. The chant is extremely simple but highly effective.
Often sung in short bursts with pauses in between, the rhythm of the Saliba chant mirrors the famous ‘Tequila!' refrain in the original song. The familiarity of the tune means the chant can catch on instantly among thousands of supporters.
What elevates the chant is its effect. Saliba himself said it drives him on, and the way teammates have joined in singing it in dressing-room clips suggests it has become a symbol of unity.
Below are the lyrics of Saliba chant.
Do do do do do do do do,
Do do do do do do do,
Do do do do do do do do,
Do do do do do do do
Do do do do do do do
Do do do do do do do
Do do do do do do do
Do do do do do do do
Saliba!
Arsenal fans singing William Saliba chant
FGG says
Critics argue Saliba chant is too simplistic, more of a gimmick than a tribute, and there is some truth in that. Unlike the multi-verse classics that tell stories about past legends, the Saliba song is minimalist. Yet that is also its genius. It doesn't need verses or clever wordplay because it captures something raw: the fans' joy at seeing a young defender return from years of loans to become a cornerstone of their side. It is not just noise; it's affirmation.
Most importantly, football chants are rarely works of lyrical genius, but their power lies elsewhere: in rhythm, repetition, and the sense of belonging they create. Arsenal's Saliba chant, set to the tune of ‘Tequila' by The Champs, is the perfect example.