Hagan Correr La Bola

The song "Hagan Correr La Bola" by Club Almirante Brown is a vibrant and passionate anthem that reflects the intense rivalry and pride among Argentine football club supporters. The lyrics convey a message of dominance and bravado, typical of football chants that are meant to boast about the fans' own team while intimidating the opposition. The phrase 'Hagan correr la bola' can be translated as 'Spread the word,' which is a call to action for the fans to proclaim the strength and courage of the 'guapos de Casanova,' a term that refers to the brave or tough fans from the Casanova neighborhood, where Club Almirante Brown is based.

The song mentions specific incidents at Puente Doce and the field of Español, which are likely references to past confrontations where the fans of Almirante Brown showed their strength and the opposing fans had to flee ('se te acabaron las balas y empezaste a correr'). The mention of 'los de chicago' could be referring to fans of Nueva Chicago, another football club, suggesting that they, along with the rivals, had to escape by any means possible, even if it meant taking 'cualquier tren' or any train. This is a common metaphor in football chants, where the act of running away is equated to a loss of courage or defeat.

The song serves as a cultural artifact within the world of Argentine football, where fan groups, known as 'barras bravas,' play a significant role in the football experience. The lyrics are not just about the sport itself, but also about the identity and reputation of the fan group, which is fiercely defended and celebrated through such songs. The song encapsulates the tribalism and passion that is deeply ingrained in South American football culture.