{"id":19013,"date":"2026-01-01T20:12:28","date_gmt":"2026-01-01T20:12:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eplvip.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/01\/usmnt-on-the-road-to-2026-how-american-players-fare-among-europes-elite\/"},"modified":"2026-01-01T20:12:28","modified_gmt":"2026-01-01T20:12:28","slug":"usmnt-on-the-road-to-2026-how-american-players-fare-among-europes-elite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eplvip.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/01\/usmnt-on-the-road-to-2026-how-american-players-fare-among-europes-elite\/","title":{"rendered":"USMNT on the road to 2026: How American players fare among Europe&#8217;s elite"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ue-c-article--first-letter-highlighted\"><span class=\"capital-letter\">J<\/span>As in 1994, the United States once again faces the historic challenge of hosting a World Cup. However, the soccer situation this time is very different. This country has a generation that is forming Europe&#8217;s elite playing in Serie A, Premier League, Bundesliga and Ligue 1. As 2026 approaches, the focus is on how the USMNT leaders are doing.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ue-c-article__summary\">\n<figure class=\"ue-c-article__media ue-c-article__media--video  video-dailymotion\"><figcaption class=\"ue-c-article__media-caption\" itemprop=\"description\">\n<p><span class=\"ue-c-article__media-description\">Donald Trump reacts unexpectedly after drawing with USA for 2026 World Cup<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"ue-c-article__subheadline\">Pulisic and McKennie, big confidence<\/h2>\n<p>Christian Pulisic had one of the most brilliant seasons of his AC Milan career. Appearing in 45 games, he scored 19 goals and provided 8 assists, establishing himself as the team&#8217;s offensive leader and main attacking threat.<\/p>\n<p>Another player experiencing great moments is Weston McKennie, the absolute owner of Juventus&#8217; midfield, having played 52 games and playing over 3,700 minutes, becoming an undisputed pillar of the Bianconeri&#8217;s plans.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"ue-c-article__subheadline\">Opposite realities: Moussa, Cardoso and Ware<\/h2>\n<p>Not everyone experiences the same present. Yunus Moussa failed to establish himself at either Milan or Atalanta and had little impact after a few minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Johnny Cardoso split the year into two. He was a star player for Betis, but suffered an injury after signing for Atletico Madrid.<\/p>\n<p>    Timothy Weah also suffered from sporting instability between Juventus and Marseille and was unable to establish himself as a starter.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"ue-c-article__subheadline\">Robinson, Richards, Adams: key defenders with light and shadow<\/h2>\n<p>Anthony Robinson made a name for himself in the Premier League but injuries prevented him from continuing.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Chris Richards was one of England&#8217;s best defenders in Crystal Palace&#8217;s historic FA Cup and Community Shield winning side.<\/p>\n<p>Tyler Adams had a solid season at Bournemouth, but a torn ligament has ruined his stellar year.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"ue-c-article__subheadline\">Balogun, recovery and effectiveness<\/h2>\n<p>Folarin Balogun has overcome a difficult period of injury to regain his reputation in Monaco. Today he has scored a goal, provided an assist and is once again firmly in Pochettino&#8217;s plans.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"ue-c-article__subheadline\">A broad, competitive and decisive generation<\/h2>\n<p>Beyond the main names, dozens of Americans have gone on to play or remain at top European clubs, cementing the country&#8217;s presence in world soccer. Tillman, Reyna, Scully, Klemaski, Busio and their allies complete an extensive list that increases the national team&#8217;s level of internal competition.<\/p>\n<p>In 2026, America will arrive with the largest, most mature, and leading generation in history. Among established stars, solid promise, and others still looking for stability, the USMNT has the talent, experience, and leadership to dream big at &#8220;their&#8221; World Cup.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marca.com\/en\/world-cup\/2026\/01\/01\/69569bff268e3e0e278b458e.html\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>JAs in 1994, the United States once again faces the historic challenge of hosting a World Cup. However, the soccer situation this time is very different. This country has a generation that is forming Europe&#8217;s elite playing in Serie A, Premier League, Bundesliga and Ligue 1. 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