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Country Roads' brings USMNT fans together despite World Cup loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 8:19 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Country Roads' brings USMNT fans together despite World Cup loss
Summary

The U.S. men's national soccer team suffered a 3-2 defeat against Turkey on June 25, 2026, ending their World Cup group stage winning streak. Despite the loss, fans filled the stadiums in Los Angeles and Seattle, singing 'Take Me Home, Country Roads' as an unofficial anthem. U.S. midfielder Tyler Adams described the sing-along as a standout moment of the tournament, reflecting unity among American supporters. The U.S. had already advanced to the round of 32 and will face Bosnia and Herzegovina on July 1.

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  • •USMNT lost 3-2 to Turkey in World Cup group stage on June 25.
  • •Fans united to sing 'Country Roads' after the match.
  • •Tyler Adams called the sing-along the tournament's most memorable moment.
  • •USMNT secured a spot in the round of 32 prior to the loss.
  • •Next match against Bosnia and Herzegovina is on July 1.
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  • 8:19 PMYahoo Sports — 'Country Roads' unites World Cup fans with USMNT sing-along
What they're saying
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Cristin Dunn said it's a "reflection of how incredibly beautiful" the U.S. is.

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