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In fact, their biggest rivals got there first. The tune was first written by Rodgers and Hammerstein for the 1945 musical Carousel, and was consistently one of the most popular songs of the era. In 1958, following the Munich Air Disaster which saw eight Manchester United players and 15 others lose their lives, the song was performed in tribute.

Members of an operatic society headed to Old Trafford for the first home match after the tragedy, and the fans in the stadium – familiar with the tune – joined in the singing in an act of solidarity.

The song first became a part of Liverpool folklore when local group Gerry and the Pacemakers recorded their 1963 cover, which reached number one in the UK charts. Bill Shankley heard a preview of the new record, and decided to incorporate it into the club. “Gerry my son,” Shankley told lead singer Gerry Marden, “I have given you a football team and you have given us a song.”

The song was later adopted by Celtic after their 1966 Cup Winners’ Cup semi-final victory over Liverpool, and is still sung by fans of Borussia Dortmund.

Match details

• Saturday, 5th October
• 12:30 BST
• Selhurst Park
• TNT Sports
• Live audio commentary on Palace TV+