Mia Hamm Hails 2026 World Cup on U.S. Soil as Americans Open vs Paraguay on June 12
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Updated · Fox News · Jun 11
Mia Hamm Hails 2026 World Cup on U.S. Soil as Americans Open vs Paraguay on June 12
2 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 11
Summary
Mia Hamm said the 2026 FIFA World Cup being played in the United States is "so special," calling it a rare chance for fans to experience the sport on home soil.
Hamm tied that excitement to her own 1999 Women's World Cup run, when the United States beat China for its first world title and she saw tailgating and packed crowds signal soccer's wider U.S. breakthrough.
The former U.S. star said wearing the national badge "meant everything" and argued the tournament can still unite people at a time when public life often emphasizes division.
The U.S. opens its World Cup campaign against Paraguay at 9 p.m. on Friday, June 12, giving American fans their first home-tournament match of 2026.