USMNT stars discuss home World Cup pressure and rising ticket prices

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Last updated Jun 4, 2026

USMNT stars discuss home World Cup pressure and rising ticket prices
Summary

On June 4, USMNT players Miles Robinson, Tim Weah, and Mark McKenzie appeared on The Cooligans podcast to share insights about competing at a home World Cup. They addressed the expectations of representing the United States and the upcoming tournament being held in New York. Additionally, Alex Morgan offered advice to Christian Pulisic regarding the pressures of the event. The discussion also covered concerns about escalating ticket prices for fans attending the tournament.

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  • USMNT players discuss pressure of home World Cup.
  • Alex Morgan shares advice for Christian Pulisic.
  • Miles Robinson, Tim Weah, and Mark McKenzie join The Cooligans podcast.
  • Players comment on World Cup coming to New York.
  • Discussion includes concerns over rising ticket prices.
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  • 11:26 PMYahoo SportsWorld Cup Power Rankings, Alex Morgan's Advice for Pulisic & USMNT Stars on Home World Cup Pressure
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The Cooligans are getting World Cup ready! First, Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros reveal their World Cup Power Rankings, debating which nations belong in the top 15, where the USMNT stacks up against the world's best, and who should be considered the favorite heading into the tournament. Then, USWNT legend and World Cup winner Alex Morgan joins the show to discuss life after retirement, her new role as a mother, and the advice she'd give Christian Pulisic as he prepares for the biggest tournament of his career. Plus, USMNT stars Miles Robinson, Tim Weah, and Mark McKenzie stop by to discuss the pressure of representing the United States at a home World Cup, the excitement of bringing the tournament to New York, and why Weah and McKenzie felt compelled to speak out about rising World Cup ticket prices.

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