Dear England (2026) Soundtrack Guide
Dear England follows Gareth Southgate’s transformative journey as the manager of the England Men's National Football Team. Inheriting a broken team and a jaded fanbase, Southgate, haunted by his own historic penalty miss, partners with sports psychologist Pippa Grange to overhaul the squad's culture and confront their psychological trauma. Adapted from James Graham's acclaimed stage play, the four-part BBC series serves as a deeply human "state of the nation" story. It explores modern masculinity, public pressure, and the powerful pursuit of national unity through football.
Dear England soundtrack includes a selection of tracks from Neil Diamond, Vera Lynn and others, along with an original score by Kormac. This guide provides the complete list of soundtrack songs and scene descriptions, along with details on the composers and music supervisors involved in the 2026 BBC production. For more information on soundtrack songs and track listings, check the series section.
Written by James Graham and based on his acclaimed stage play, the four-part television drama examines the high-stakes tenure of football manager Gareth Southgate as he attempts to reform the national team's culture. The drama focuses on the psychological pressure of international tournaments and the collective hope of a nation. To highlight the stadium excitement and dressing room energy, the music supervisors incorporate familiar upbeat tunes, including defiant folk anthems from Billy Bragg. These stadium sounds contrast with quiet background tunes that reflect the players' private anxieties and Southgate's introspective leadership.
Episode 1 Songs (May 24, 2026)
With the England team at an all-time low, Gareth Southgate becomes the new manager. Haunted by his own penalty miss, he transforms the squad’s mindset with a radical new approach.
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Superhero (feat. Mc Little Tree)
Kormac
Scene Context: Southgate approached Harry Maguire in the parking garage to recruit him.
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Skip To the Good Bit
Scene Context: Southgate conducts penalty kick practice.
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Love Me Again
John Newman
Scene Context: England wins the match through penalty kicks / Ending credits music
Episode 2 Songs (May 25, 2026)
After a breakthrough World Cup reignites belief, the England team return to a tournament on home turf as Southgate’s squad strive to unite the country and finally bring it home.
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Vindaloo
Fat Les
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Blake's Jerusalem
Billy Bragg
Scene Context: Queen Elizabeth's pre-recorded speech is played prior to the football match at Wembley Stadium.
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Superhero (feat. Mc Little Tree)
Kormac
Scene Context: The team is engaged in practice sessions.
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There'll Always Be an England
Scene Context: A team photograph is displayed, followed by images of England flags while radio broadcasts are heard in the background.
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Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1 in D Major, Op. 39 No. 1
London Philharmonic Orchestra & Sir Georg Solti
Scene Context: The 2021 UEFA European Football Championship
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Scene Context: England has advanced to the final.
Episode 3 Songs (May 31, 2026)
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Three Lions '98
Scene Context: Montage showing key moments from England's performance.
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Love & Hate
Scene Context: Rashford and Saka responded to abuse following the Euro-final match.
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Scene Context: The Lionesses celebrate their achievement.
Episode 4 Songs (Jun 1, 2026)
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Orb And Sceptre
William Walton
Scene Context: Pundits discuss Gareth's prospects for advancing to the next stage of his last tournament.
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Ode to Joy
Scene Context: The team travels to Germany for the 2024 European Football Championship.
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Freed from Desire
Gala
Scene Context: Ollie Watkins scored the goal that advanced England to the finals in Berlin.
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Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: I. Allegro con brio
Scene Context: Gary Lineker comments for England's concluding match abroad.
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Scene Context: Closing Credits Songs
Starring Joseph Fiennes and Jodie Whittaker as the central figures guiding the squad, the production captures the emotional highs and lows of the sport. The acoustic landscape relies on historic vocal tracks to evoke a deep sense of national identity during crucial matches. Additionally, subtle melodic tunes drift through the poignant training montages, providing a rich sonic backing that captures the pressure and patriotism of the modern English game.
Main Cast
- Joseph Fiennes Gareth Southgate
- Jodie Whittaker Pippa Grange
- Jason Watkins Greg Dyke
- John Hodgkinson Greg Clarke
- Daniel Ryan Steve Holland
- Sam Spruell Mike Webster
Official Trailer
Related Soundtracks
Complete Soundtrack List - All Songs Played in Every Episode
| Episode | Song Title | Artist |
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| E1 | Superhero (feat. Mc Little Tree) | Kormac |
| E1 | Skip To the Good Bit | Rizzle Kicks |
| E1 | Love Me Again | John Newman |
| E2 | Vindaloo | Fat Les |
| E2 | Blake's Jerusalem | Billy Bragg |
| E2 | Superhero (feat. Mc Little Tree) | Kormac |
| E2 | There'll Always Be an England | Vera Lynn |
| E2 | Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1 in D Major, Op. 39 No. 1 | London Philharmonic Orchestra & Sir Georg Solti |
| E2 | Sweet Caroline | Neil Diamond |
| E3 | Three Lions '98 | |
| E3 | Love & Hate | Michael Kiwanuka |
| E3 | Roar | Katy Perry |
| E3 | Carnaval De Paris | Dario G |
| E4 | Orb And Sceptre | William Walton |
| E4 | Ode to Joy | Beethoven |
| E4 | Freed from Desire | Gala |
| E4 | Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67: I. Allegro con brio | Beethoven |
| E4 | Sweet Caroline | Neil Diamond |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many songs are in the soundtrack for Dear England?
There are 18 songs featured in the soundtrack for Dear England. SeekerTune lists all of them with detailed scene descriptions.
What are the genres of Dear England?
The main genres for Dear England include Drama.
How many seasons does Dear England have?
The TV show Dear England currently has 1 season.