Chapter 1
The mastermind and his mission
Chapter 2
The stars of the squad
Chapter 3
Playing on home turf
Chapter 4
The tactical shift
YOUR GOAL
Master of The 2026 US men's soccer team
Ch 3 · Playing on home turf
renato 2026 US Men's Soccer Team
The World Cup's back, in '26, the US men play on home turf, let's go!
renato Hosting in 2026 brings back memories of the 1994 World Cup, which revolutionized soccer in America.
renato The USMNT kicked off their 2026 campaign with a dominant 4-1 victory over Paraguay in Los Angeles.
Fun Fact
World Cup expansion: The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the largest ever, expanding from 32 teams to 48.
Glossary
home-field advantage (noun)
The competitive edge that a sports team enjoys when playing in its own venue. The American squad leverages this benefit during the 2026 tournament, opening their campaign at SoFi Stadium.
The competitive edge that a sports team enjoys when playing in its own venue. The American squad leverages this benefit during the 2026 tournament, opening their campaign at SoFi Stadium.
Quiz
In which group of the 2026 World Cup is the USMNT placed alongside Turkey, Australia, and Paraguay?
Quiz
Who scored a goal for the USMNT in the second half of the 4-1 win over Paraguay after Pulisic was subbed off?
Quiz
What year did the United States first host the FIFA World Cup, sparking a soccer boom?
Quiz
Which country did the USMNT defeat 4-1 in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup?