Alex Morgan shares expectations for USMNT in World Cup opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 1:46 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
The United States men's national team is set to open its 2026 FIFA World Cup play against Paraguay on Friday night in Inglewood, California. Alex Morgan expressed her belief that reaching the Round of 16 should be considered a threshold of success for the team. She pointed to the previous World Cup experience of several players as a critical factor in their journey. Christian Pulisic also weighed in, emphasizing the importance of giving their all, rather than focusing solely on the tournament stage. The USMNT last advanced beyond the Round of 16 in 2002.
- •USMNT opens World Cup against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium on Friday
- •Alex Morgan believes reaching Round of 16 is a success threshold
- •Christian Pulisic emphasizes playing with no regrets
- •The USMNT last advanced past Round of 16 in 2002
- •13 players on the roster have prior World Cup experience
- 1:46 AMYahoo Sports — Alex Morgan makes stance clear on USMNT's World Cup chances
"The United States will open 2026 FIFA World Cup play against Paraguay on Friday night. Alex Morgan weighed in with her prediction.
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