Will the USMNT Bring Home the Trophy in World Cup 2026? - The Daily Scroll

The WorldCup is 100 days away. That's right, in exactly 100 days, Mexico will face South Africa at the Estadio Azteca to open the biggest iteration of the tournament ever. This will be a competition of firsts. It's the first time that three nations have hosted. FIFA WorldCup2026 Chief Operating Officer Heimo Schirgi later clarified on social media that one soft, plastic, disposable, factory-sealed water bottle up to 20 ounces will be permitted per spectator at stadiums in the U.S. Hard reusable water bottles are still not allowed. The WorldCuptrophy has entered the pitch, and so have the teams.Weeks before the WorldCup began, Colombian artist Shakira was invited to create an official tournament anthem for the 2026 FIFA WorldCup and perform at the opening ceremony. Anything less than three points against their South American opponents could affect the US’s prospects, as they look to go further than the round of 16 finish from the homeWorldCup in 1994. Donald Trump to attend USA vs Paraguay? Underdog USMNTbringing ‘confidence’ to WorldCup opener and moment three decades in making. Published June 12, 2026, 7:00 a.m. WorldCup2026 Group D fixture, score, live updates and team news.Mauricio Pochettino's big bet: TheUSMNT boss has preached vibes over tactics as key to WorldCup success. The Home Tournament Factor. Playing a WorldCup on home soil brings unique pressures. The 1994 WorldCup showed how American crowds can lift the national team, but it also demonstrated how quickly support can turn when expectations aren't met.