{"id":2632724,"date":"2026-07-20T14:35:03","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T18:35:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/watch-world-cup-fans-furious-as-us-kicked-off-final-match-the-most-american-way-possible-a-gorgeous-rendition-of-the-star-spangled-banner\/"},"modified":"2026-07-20T14:39:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T18:39:34","slug":"watch-world-cup-fans-furious-as-us-kicked-off-final-match-the-most-american-way-possible-a-gorgeous-rendition-of-the-star-spangled-banner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/watch-world-cup-fans-furious-as-us-kicked-off-final-match-the-most-american-way-possible-a-gorgeous-rendition-of-the-star-spangled-banner\/","title":{"rendered":"Watch: World Cup Fans Furious as US Kicked off Final Match the Most American Way Possible &#8211; a Gorgeous Rendition of the &#8220;Star Spangled Banner&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">50<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fwatch-world-cup-fans-furious-as-us-kicked-off-final-match-the-most-american-way-possible-a-gorgeous-rendition-of-the-star-spangled-banner%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2632724&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>The content discusses the cultural and political reactions surrounding the 2026 FIFA World cup final held in East Rutherford, New Jersey. during the event, Jennifer Hudson performed the U.S. national anthem with President Trump and Melania Trump in attendance, prompting mixed reactions online. Many fans criticized the choice to sing the American anthem, especially since the final was co-hosted by Canada and Mexico, but only the U.S. national anthem was played,leading to complaints about the perceived exclusion of other nations\u2019 patriotic songs. Some tweets expressed frustration,with some even using profanity,indicating deep-seated dissatisfaction and nationalistic sentiments.<\/p>\n<p>The article also reflects on ancient american attitudes towards Europe versus their view of their own alliances. It suggests that America has historically maintained a cautious independence from european influence, despite recent political shifts towards greater European integration. The piece emphasizes that anti-american sentiment has roots in longstanding geopolitical and cultural tensions, but notes that many Americans prefer to focus on their national identity and independence, irrespective of external criticisms. The <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3YuVZYV\" >overarching tone encourages embracing national pride<\/a> and dismissing critics who harbor anti-American sentiments.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"readmore\">\n    <button onclick=\"showReadMore()\" id=\"readmorebtn\">Read more&#8230;<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<hr id=\"line\">\n<span id=\"more\"><br \/>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\"><br \/>\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><html><body><\/p>\n<section> \t\t\t\t<script>console.log(\"ad slot (AC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC2)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC3)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC4)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (REP_0)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (REP_1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (REP_2)\")<\/script><\/p>\n<p>Soccer undoubtedly qualifies as the world\u2019s favorite pastime, but hating America ranks a close second.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, have you ever noticed that anti-American bitterness comes primarily from America\u2019s nominal allies?<\/p>\n<p>Prior to Sunday\u2019s World Cup Final between Spain and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/argentina-players-face-stiff-punishment-displaying-political-banner-defeating-england-world-cup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Argentina<\/a>, legendary singer and actress Jennifer Hudson performed a spectacular rendition of \u201cThe Star-Spangled Banner,\u201d prompting many soccer fans on the social media platform X to gripe about the performance.<\/p>\n<p>With President Donald Trump and first lady <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/melania-rfk-dr-oz-maga-mobilize-save-teen-15-fighting-bone-cancer-facing-bill-family-never-pay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Melania Trump<\/a> in attendance, the Emmy-, Grammy-, Oscar-, and Tony-winning <a href=\"https:\/\/www.latimes.com\/entertainment-arts\/story\/2022-06-12\/jennifer-hudson-egot-winner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hudson<\/a> belted out the notoriously challenging national anthem.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Jennifer Hudson performs the National Anthem at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final \ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/5b8gmAp9k0\">pic.twitter.com\/5b8gmAp9k0<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 FOX Sports (@FOXSports) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/FOXSports\/status\/2078915201944977561?\">July 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/trump-takes-world-cup-finale-helps-distribute-trophies-fists-flew-end-championship-game\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">World Cup<\/a> Final took place at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Hence the singing of \u201cThe Star-Spangled Banner.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Of course, Canada and Mexico also hosted matches during the tournament. Thus, some X users complained that the final match featured only one co-host\u2019s anthem.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-conversation=\"none\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">thought they\u2019re sharing world cup duties with canada &#038; mexico<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Nole (@NoleReeve) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/NoleReeve\/status\/2078918505160999129?\">July 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-conversation=\"none\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Why did she agree to participate in this? Why didn\u2019t they sing the national anthems of Mexico and Canada?<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 heit est\u00e1 confessando (@meninoheit) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/meninoheit\/status\/2078956657984594219?\">July 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-conversation=\"none\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">I\u2019m sure the host nation\u2019s anthem has never been played at a World Cup final unless that country was one of the finalists. Only the finalists\u2019 anthems should be played.<br \/> And even if you wanted to introduce that as a \u201cnew tradition,\u201d there were 3 co-host nations\u2014not just one.<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Enrique Cochegrus \ud83c\udde8\ud83c\udde6 (@ECochegrus) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/ECochegrus\/status\/2078931687564599574?\">July 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>Of course, performers also sang the national anthems of the two finalists. Some purists thought it should have ended there.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-conversation=\"none\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Why? The game was between Argentina and Spain.<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Blue Jay (@jayszeegirl) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/jayszeegirl\/status\/2078973765455622407?\">July 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>The most intense vitriol, however, came from X users who simply hate America.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>WARNING: the following post contains profanity<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-conversation=\"none\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Why??? Why was that damn anthem sung when it had nothing to do with the finale teams, damn these americans and their fuckin anthem<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 W\u00f6lkchen (@DasWoelkchen) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/DasWoelkchen\/status\/2079199314081882609?\">July 20, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-conversation=\"none\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">But for the love of WTF. Leave the f:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/u-s-womens-soccer-falls-short-of-expectations-takes-bronze-medal-at-tokyo-olympics\/\" title=\"U.S. Women\u2019s Soccer Falls Short Of Expectations, Takes Bronze Medal At Tokyo Olympics\">ing world cup<\/a> alone you weirdo yankees please<\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Carina Ortiz (@carinaortis) <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/carinaortis\/status\/2078943541955350860?\">July 19, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.x.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>We do not often think about it, but these kinds of sentiments run deep in our historical roots, for the feelings have always been mutual.<\/p>\n<p>America\u2019s Founding Fathers set us on a path distinct from that of Europe. Presidents <a href=\"https:\/\/billofrightsinstitute.org\/primary-sources\/washingtons-farewell-address\/?gad_source=1&#038;gad_campaignid=23986945164&#038;gbraid=0AAAAAC2Yh3WYDrtI6DPDGNgl3bj8rQykU&#038;gclid=Cj0KCQjwjvfSBhDpARIsAEiOpStbrJOWtwQbZPyoYSWbddwmItzmTmgzsLAGCIDS8oNeTe9i7D3sN44aAnfAEALw_wcB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">George Washington<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/avalon.law.yale.edu\/19th_century\/jefinau1.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thomas Jefferson<\/a> famously spoke of friendship with all but \u201centangling alliances with none.\u201d [Jefferson, graf 4]\n<p>For more than a century, however, our increasingly aristocratic ruling class has brainwashed Americans into believing that our natural allies hail from Europe. But there is nothing natural about it. We know it. In fact, we feel it in our collective gut.<\/p>\n<p>It explains why we have cheered each time <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/canadian-prime-minister-mark-carney-admits-trump-won-argument-nato-spending\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Trump<\/a> chastised Europeans as NATO freeloaders. They hate us, but they accept our money and protection?<\/p>\n<p>It also explains why we applauded in 2025 when Vice President <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/delegates-not-appear-happy-jd-vance-skewers-room-full-european-leaders-soil\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">JD Vance<\/a> called out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/german-prosecutors-accidentally-prove-jd-vances-point-free-speech-disturbing-60-minutes-interview\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tyrannical Europeans<\/a> to their faces. Since then, Europe\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/uks-ban-leftists-cenk-uygur-hasan-piker-proves-jd-vance-right-europes-free-speech-problem\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">violations of basic liberties<\/a> have intensified.<\/p>\n<p>Thus, while offering friendship to all, we rejoice at anything that loosens our connection to European thought and institutions.<\/p>\n<p>In short, let the America-haters vent their bitterness. 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