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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 KGNS — Sitewide
· 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 Laredo News
As the US team prepares to face Bosnia-Herzegovina in the round of 32, Laredo residents are likely to be keeping a close eye on the match, given the city's strong soccer following. The US team's confidence and optimism are palpable, and a win on Wednesday night could bring the city together in celebration. With the team's history of struggling in knockout rounds, a deep run in the tournament would be a significant achievement, and Laredo's soccer fans will be eager to see if the team can capitalize on their strong group stage performance. The match against Bosnia-Herzegovina will be a key test of the team's abilities, and a win would set them up for a potentially exciting run in the tournament, with Laredo's residents cheering them on every step of the way. Local businesses may also see a boost from fans gathering to watch the match.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
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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