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It's (finally) OK to dream big about USMNT and World Cup

Optimism for the US Men's National Team surges following a victory over Australia and unexpected backing from Zlatan Ibrahimović.

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🇬🇧 English Jun 20, 16:00 UTC
🇫🇷 French Jun 22, 08:06 UTC · RMC Sport

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📍 How it ended

Discussions emerged regarding whether a USMNT World Cup title was possible, with Zlatan Ibrahimović and Richards supporting the idea while Tim Howard called it literally impossible. US players stated that winning is their mindset following a victory against Australia.

The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

Epilogue added 20d ago, after coverage quieted.

The brief

The US Men's National Team is seeing a surge in confidence following a win against Australia. This momentum is paired with an endorsement from soccer legend Zlatan Ibrahimović, who has identified a winner for the 2026 FIFA World Cup that is not Spain, France, Argentina, or Brazil.

Coverage from ESPN, FOX Sports, and Fox News emphasizes statistical evidence supporting the team's potential and the inspirational nature of Ibrahimović's response to questions about the USMNT. The Guardian reports that US players have adopted a mindset that aligns with Ibrahimović, agreeing that a World Cup title is possible.

Future focus remains on the USMNT's performance and the realization of the team's stated mindset as the tournament progresses.

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Quick answers

Who did Zlatan Ibrahimović pick as the 2026 World Cup winner?

According to NDTV Sports, Ibrahimović picked a winner who is not Spain, France, Argentina, or Brazil.

What event recently boosted confidence in the USMNT?

The team's victory against Australia has led to increased belief in their capabilities, as reported by FOX Sports.

How have US players responded to the optimism?

Players told The Guardian that they agree with Ibrahimović that winning the World Cup title is possible, stating, 'That’s our mindset.'

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USMNT FIFA World Cup 2026 Zlatan Ibrahimović Australia

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