Telemundo announcers join USMNT fans in singing ‘Country Roads

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Telemundo announcers join USMNT fans in singing ‘Country Roads
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During a recent match, Telemundo announcers engaged with fans of the USMNT by breaking into a spoken-word rendition of the classic song “Country Roads.” This occurred as fans celebrated the team's performance after a match against Turkiye, adding to the song's status as an unofficial anthem for the team. The tradition began after the USMNT's victory over Australia in Seattle, where fans sang along with the tune in a lively stadium atmosphere. The song was chosen as a fitting expression for USMNT supporters ahead of the World Cup, with another American classic, Bon Jovi's “Livin’ on a Prayer,” as the runner-up. The engagement by the announcers reflects the growing embrace of local culture in soccer events.

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  • USMNT fans sang 'Country Roads' after a match against Turkiye.
  • Telemundo announcers performed the song during the game.
  • The song became the unofficial anthem for USMNT.
  • The anthem choice reflects American traditions in soccer.
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The best traditions in sports happen organically. And that’s exactly what happened with the John Denver classic “Country Roads” becoming the unofficial anthem of the USMNT. Songs are a part of the culture of soccer. There’s no better example of that than the power of hearing “You’ll Never Walk Alone” during a Liverpool game at…

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