Football fans are expressing their disappointment after UEFA has revealed that the Champions League anthem will be changed for the upcoming season together with the new format of the league.
The original anthem, composed by Tony Britten in 1992 and inspired by George Frideric Handel’s 1727 piece “Zadok the Priest” .
UEFA’s Tweaks to the Iconic Champions League Anthem
However, one has to question the decision, particularly when referring to the proverb “if it is not broken, do not try to fix it,” UEFA has opted to modify the beloved anthem by speeding up the tempo, emphasizing vocals, and reducing percussion.
There’s an updated Champions League anthem ✨🎻
Lyrics and vocals are the same but the instrumental part has accentuated touches. What do you think? 🤔 pic.twitter.com/rxbclhlFLr
— Nico Cantor (@Nicocantor1) August 21, 2024
Fans’ Reactions on Social Media
Many fans have also complained on social media platform about such changes.
“You play the old one and I get goosebumps and an immediate emotional reaction.”
Others criticized the new version for losing the grandeur and drama that made the original so special, with one fan describing it as “too trumpety and deflated.”
The Champions League draw is expected to happen on Thursday the 29th of August just a day before Premier League transfer deadline day kicks in.
Sportsbuddy also reported the UEFA Team of the season for the 2023/2024 season.
