The United States is playing its World Cup games on the west coast, but West Virginia is on the minds of players and fans.

"Take Me Home, Country Roads" became the USMNT's viral World Cup anthem, and its origin story involved FIFA asking teams for playlists and a U.S. Soccer executive made the call.

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Folk singer John Denver's song "Take Me Home, Country Roads" was selected by the USMNT to be played during the 2026 World Cup ...

When the final whistle blew last Friday in the United States’ 2-0 World Cup win over Australia, “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” performed famously by John Denver, began blaring out at Lumen Field in ...

Discover the surprising true story behind John Denver's hit "Take Me Home, Country Roads" and the lost lyrics you've never heard.

John Denver’s classic has been belted out during US matches at this tournament. Its appeal lies in the story it tells about a united America ...

The latest revival of the beloved song “Take Me Home, Country Roads” came in the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the United States’ ...

The U.S. fans belted out John Denver's 'Take Me Home, Country Roads' after the team's 2-0 win over Australia, beginning a ...