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Kaka predicts USA will reach semi-finals of 2026 World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:30 AM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Kaka predicts USA will reach semi-finals of 2026 World Cup

Summary

Former Brazilian soccer star Kaka has expressed strong confidence in the United States Men’s National Team, predicting they will reach the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup. The USA, one of the host nations, was placed directly into Group D and will compete against Australia, Paraguay, and Turkey. Kaka noted that the team’s best World Cup performance was third place in 1930, though they managed to get to the Round of 16 in 2022. He believes this could be their best run in many years as they strive to advance further in the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Kaka anticipates the USMNT will advance to the semi-finals.
•USA is in Group D with Australia, Paraguay, and Turkey.
•The USMNT's highest finish was third in 1930.
•In 2022, the team reached the Round of 16.

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10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Brazil legend Kaka tips USA to reach semi-finals of World Cup

What they're saying

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Former AC Milan and Real Madrid star Kaka has high hopes for the United States Men’s National Team at the 2026 World Cup. As one of the host nations, the USA did not have to qualify for the tournament and were placed directly into Group D.
— Yahoo Sports

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