Tim Howard doubts U.S. chances to win World Cup despite strong start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 3:05 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Tim Howard expressed skepticism about the U.S. men's soccer team's ability to win the World Cup, calling it 'literally impossible' during a recent podcast. Despite the U.S. starting with a 2-0 record and advancing to the knockout stage, Howard stated the team would have to play exceptionally well to succeed. Landon Donovan acknowledged the slim chances but did not dismiss the possibility entirely. The U.S. is scheduled to play its final group match against Turkey on Thursday and will enter the knockout round on July 1.
- •Howard claims U.S. cannot win four consecutive games.
- •U.S. team has started 2-0 in the World Cup group stage.
- •Main group match against Turkey scheduled for Thursday.
- •Knockout round match set for July 1.
- 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — American Soccer Icon Says It's 'Literally Impossible' For U.S. To Win World Cup
"The former U.S. World Cup star wasn't buying the hope around the team after its 2-0 start.
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