Why does "Take Me Home, Country Roads" play after USMNT victories? Here's how the John Denver classic became Team USA's unofficial anthem during the 2026 World Cup.

Why are the USMNT players singing John Denver's "Take Me Home, Country Roads" after World Cup matches? Here's how the postgame tradition began.

As the national team prepares to face the U.S. in California, band member Vedran Mujagic explains how their viral anthem united a global diaspora

This has been a monumental few days for the United States of America. On Saturday, the country celebrated its 250th birthday, and on Monday night, the USMNT will face Belgium in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup.

Shakira performed at the finals way back in 2006, performed at the 2026 opening game, and will entertain half the world at the finals in a few weeks beside Madonna and BTS.

John Denver's "Take Me Home, Country Roads" has become the song of the summer and it all happened quite by accident for the U.S. team at the World Cup.

The real story of how the U.S.'s 2026 World Cup anthem came to be involved last-minute texts and even inspiration from England

Check out the United States National Anthem before their Round of 32 match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. 1 DAY AGO・FIFA Men's World Cup・1:25

Mutoid Man says a vocal melody in FIFA's official 2026 World Cup anthem sounds familiar. Here's what the band posted, what FIFA has—and hasn't—said, and why fans are comparing the songs.

England's 1970 World Cup squad united on a chart-topping song that remains one of soccer's most enduring anthems

Liam Gallagher has sent England fans into a frenzy by suggesting he is ready to perform at the 2026 World Cup final if the Three Lions go all the way. The Oasis frontman made the pledge as the band's legendary hit 'Wonderwall' continues to serve as the unofficial soundtrack to the team's campaign in North America.