Tim Howard Says USMNT Cannot Win 2026 World Cup After 2 Straight Victories
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Updated · Fox News · Jun 22
Tim Howard Says USMNT Cannot Win 2026 World Cup After 2 Straight Victories
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 22
Summary
Tim Howard said it is "literally impossible" for the United States to win the 2026 World Cup, arguing the team would need to produce its best match ever four knockout games in a row.
Two group-stage wins have fueled the debate: the U.S. beat Paraguay 4-1 for its highest-scoring World Cup match, then defeated Australia 2-0 to secure a knockout berth.
Landon Donovan took a less absolute view, saying the squad has not yet proved it can beat a top team but can compete with anyone if it maintains its current form.
Thursday's match with Türkiye affects only knockout seeding in the expanded 48-team format, while Christian Pulisic's left calf injury leaves Mauricio Pochettino weighing whether to rest him again.