The Vikings chant is called the "Skol Chant" and it is a tradition that started in 2016 when the Vikings moved into U.S. Bank Stadium. During the chant, Viking fans raise their hands and after two beats of a drum, they clap in time and yell, "Skol!" The drum beats increase in tempo until the applause is near-constant. The chant was inspired by the "Viking war chant" made famous by supporters of the Iceland national football team during their run to the quarter-finals of UEFA Euro 2016. "Skol" is a derivative of the Swedish/Danish/Norwegian word "skål," which means "cheers". The Vikings have been using "Skol" since their introduction as a franchise in 1961, as it was part of their fight song. The Skol chant is a celebratory cheer that is used whenever the Vikings score, and pre-game.