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US Emerges as Strong Contender in 2026 World Cup with Historic Wins and High Hopes
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First reported by Mako · 11 minutes ago
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The US men's soccer team has become a top contender in the 2026 World Cup after impressive wins over Paraguay and Australia, with strong support from coach Mauricio Pochettino and endorsements from figures like Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Jürgen Klopp. Despite a loss to Turkey, the team secured advancement and aims to emulate South Korea's 2002 semifinal run.
- 01US wins 4-1 over Paraguay marks one of their best World Cup performances ever.
- 02US beats Australia 2-0 to secure a spot in the round of 32 for the first time with two group wins.
- 03Coach Mauricio Pochettino inspires team with 'Why Not Us?' mantra to boost confidence.
- 04Zlatan Ibrahimovic encourages fans to believe US can win the World Cup.
- 05Loss to Turkey did not affect US advancement; key players rested.
- 06US models campaign after South Korea's 2002 World Cup semifinal run under foreign coach Guus Hiddink.
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