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“Oh, when the Spurs go marching in” is arguably one of the most popular premier league chants and definitely the most popular Tottenham Hotspur chants you’ll hear. “Oh, when the Spurs go marching in” is generally started at a low tempo and then picks up as it starts to echo around the Tottenham Hotspur stadium. Learn the “Oh, when the Spurs go marching in” lyrics and join the next time Tottenham Hotspur takes to the field.

Oh, when the Spurs go marching in lyrics

Oh, when the Spurs, go marching in,
Oh, when the Spurs, go marching in,
I wanna be in that number,
Oh when the Spurs go marching in

What is the history of the “Oh when the Spurs, go marching in” chant?

The exact date when the “Oh when the Spurs, go marching in” chant started is unknown, but due to the nature of the chant, we know it’s used by over thirty-plus sports teams. It is however, widely believed that Southampton F.C. were the originator of the chant due to their nickname the “Saints”, which matched the original song perfectly, and then Tottenham Hotspur adapted the chant with their nickname “Spurs”.

What tune is the “Oh, when the Spurs go marching in” chant sung to?

Oh, When the Spurs, go marching in chant is sung to the legendary song “When The Saints Go Marching In” by Louis Armstrong.

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