U.S. players sing 'Country Roads' after World Cup match in Santa Clara
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:45 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The U.S. soccer team celebrated their victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina on July 2 by singing John Denver's "Take Me Home, Country Roads" with fans in Santa Clara, California. This performance followed their earlier win against Australia, where the song debuted in celebration. The John Denver estate expressed approval of the song's resurgence during the tournament, emphasizing its universal appeal. FIFA has incorporated the song into postgame playlists to foster a connection between players and supporters at the World Cup.
- •U.S. team wins 2-0 against Bosnia-Herzegovina on July 2.
- •Players sang 'Country Roads' with fans after the match.
- •Song was included in FIFA's postgame playlists during the tournament.
- •'Country Roads' has a rich history in sports culture.
- •The song originated from a Maryland drive, not West Virginia.
- 9:45 PMYahoo Sports — How 'Country Roads' became the soundtrack of the US team's World Cup run
"It's become one of the enduring scenes of the U.S. team during this World Cup: jubilant U.S. players joining tens of thousands of fans in singing John Denver's “Take Me Home, Country Roads” at the end of their matches. The John Denver estate told The Associated Press that it is “thrilled” by the song’s latest revival at the World Cup, saying “Country Roads” has endured because its message transcends geography, and that its “simple, clear, and relatable” lyrics make it perfect for a sing-along.
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