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US riding wave of confidence to World Cup knockout rounds after strong start to home tournament
By GREG BEACHAM, Associated Press at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 30, 2026
· 5 min read
IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — U.S. captain Tim Ream says his teammates all recognize the golden opportunity in front of them to make their nation’s best World Cup run in their home tournament over the following days — and hopefully weeks.Yet instead of feeling amplified pressure under the raised expectat...
Key takeaway captain Tim Ream says his teammates all recognize the golden opportunity in front of them to make their nation’s best World Cup run in their home tournament over the following days — and hopefully weeks.
Why this matters in The Nashville
Nashville 's soccer fans are likely to be keeping a close eye on the US team's progress in the World Cup, and with good reason. As the team prepares to face Bosnia-Herzegovina in the round of 32, the city's own soccer community is likely to be abuzz with excitement. The US team's strong start to the tournament has generated a groundswell of national support, and Nashville is no exception. With its own thriving soccer scene, the city is home to many fans who will be cheering on the US team as they look to make a deep run in the tournament. The team's confidence and optimism are palpable, and Nashville's fans will be eager to see if they can translate that into success on the pitch. As the US team takes on Bosnia-Herzegovina, Nashville's soccer fans will be watching with bated breath, hoping to see their team make history.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — U.S. captain Tim Ream says his teammates all recognize the golden opportunity in front of them to make their nation’s best World Cup run in their home tournament over the following days — and hopefully weeks.Yet instead of feeling amplified pressure under the raised expectat...
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