We gaan naar Rome
"We gaan naar Rome" (English: We're going to Rome) is a Schlager song by Simon Tahamata an association football player, who played for AFC Ajax and the Netherlands national team at the time of release which was in 1979 on Dutch label GIP.[1] The song was originally performed by singer Willy Derby for the 1934 World Cup in Italy.[2] Tahamata's version contains altered lyrics to fit the context of the then-upcoming UEFA Euro 1980, which was also held in Italy.The song was released prospectively in regard to the UEFA Euro 1980, following the Netherlands' qualification to the finals amongst the last 8 of the tournament.[3] Having played an important role in the qualification process, he would however miss the final tournament in Italy due to an injury, playing a key role in the success of the Dutch in the Eighties nonetheless.