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US Co-Hosts 2026 World Cup, Donovan Optimistic for Success

3/25/2026

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The United States will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, signaling a high-profile campaign.
Landon Donovan, U.S. soccer legend, expressed confidence that the United States can advance past the group, which includes Paraguay and Australia.
He emphasized upcoming friendlies against top teams to gauge progress.
Donovan recently released his memoir and reflected on soccer's rise in the United States while hoping his children will enjoy the sport without pressure.

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The United States will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, signaling a high-profile campaign.
Landon Donovan, U.S. soccer legend, expressed confidence that the United States can advance past the group, which includes Paraguay and Australia.
He emphasized upcoming friendlies against top teams to gauge progress.
Donovan recently released his memoir and reflected on soccer's rise in the United States while hoping his children will enjoy the sport without pressure.