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Abby Wambach expresses World Cup joy amid tournament excitement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 11:12 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Abby Wambach expresses World Cup joy amid tournament excitement
Summary

Abby Wambach shared her feelings about the World Cup in a June 21 Instagram post, stating that the tournament has provided relief from global challenges. Speaking with Glennon Doyle during a conversation recorded amidst a 2-2 draw between Cape Verde and Uruguay, Wambach remarked on the joy the competition has created. She highlighted how the arrival of international fans has sparked cross-cultural exchanges. The U.S. men's team is currently leading Group D after their second matches, generating optimism about their performance in the tournament. Pundits have noted the potential for the U.S. to win, though caution remains from figures like Tim Howard regarding expectations as competition intensifies.

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  • •Wambach cites World Cup as a source of joy and relief.
  • •Expectations rise for U.S. men's team, leading Group D.
  • •Fans from across the globe enhance cultural exchanges.
  • •Tournament offers breakthrough goals for lesser-known soccer nations.
  • •Tim Howard advises caution on championship expectations.
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  • 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Sports can freaking heal things’: Abby Wambach feels World Cup 'joy'
What they're saying
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Abby Wambcach said in an Instagram post that the World Cup has brought "relief" from "what has gone on in the world over the past couple of years."

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