USA 2026 World Cup Stats
As co-hosts of the expanded 2026 World Cup, the United States enter the tournament with arguably the most talented generation in their history.
Having reached the knockout stages in 2022, expectations have risen considerably for a squad packed with players competing across Europe’s top leagues. And the World Cup odds indicate a deep run is worth considering.
Under Mauricio Pochettino, the Americans have adopted a more aggressive and progressive style, aiming to maximise the athleticism and technical quality available throughout the squad.
AC Milan’s Christian Pulisic remains the team’s star attraction and creative leader. The forward’s ability to influence matches in the final third makes him the player opponents fear most. And he has proven himself in European league during his time with Borussia Dortmund, Chelsea and now Milan.
Midfielder Weston McKennie continues to provide energy and balance, and the same can be said of Bournemouth’s Tyler Adams. The 27-year-old is tipped for a sizable summer move and a strong showing on home soil will only heighten his talents.
The United States qualified automatically as tournament hosts, allowing Pochettino valuable time to build chemistry and refine his tactical approach. Backed by passionate home crowds and buoyed by growing confidence, the Americans will target their deepest World Cup run since 2002; whereby they were eliminated in the quarter-final.
USA Stats Summary
- USA World Cup fixtures: Paraguay on June 13 at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California (2am), Australia on June 19 at the Lumen Field, Seattle, Washington (8pm) and Turkey on June 26 at the SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California (3am).
- USA qualifying record: Qualified as co-hosts
- USA captain: Tim Ream
- USA World Cup odds: 66/1
- USA to win Group D: 11/8
- USA star player: Christian Pulisic
- USA player to watch: Tyler Adams
- USA World Cup best finish: 3rd in 1930
- USA World Cup appearances: 12 (including 2026)
- USA World Cup matches played: 37
- USA World Cup matches won: 9
- USA World Cup matches drawn: 8
- USA World Cup matches lost: 20
- USA World Cup goals scored: 40
- USA World Cup matches conceded: 66
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