# Country Roads Becomes World Cup Anthem | Hartford News

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Podcast: [Hartford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hartford-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569670)
Published: 2026-07-04T03:32:10+00:00
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John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” has unexpectedly become the U.S. soccer team’s anthem at the World Cup, uniting players and fans in a powerful sing-along that’s turned halftime breaks into electric moments. Originally inspired by New England roads and Appalachian music—not West Virginia—the song was nearly pitched to Johnny Cash before John Denver claimed it, turning it into his signature hit. The writers and the John Denver estate are thrilled by its resurgence, praising its timeless message of home and belonging. FIFA even added it to their postgame playlist to boost fan engagement, and it’s now a staple at West Virginia football games and even NFL matches abroad—proving how a simple song can become a universal rallying cry. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3f29345c2b179740

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