The USA will host their first World Cup since 1994 this summer. Well, they’ll act as co-hosts alongside Canada and Mexico, but the bulk of the action will take place in the US.
That does, though, mean that expectations are high as the Stars and Stripes look to maximise a hometown World Cup.
With the increase in pressure, they may just struggle to live up to the billing. That’s not to say theirs is a squad short of quality.
Christian Pulisic, Brenden Aaronson, Folarin Balogun and Weston McKennie all ply their trade in Europe’s top leagues.
Rather, they may fluff their lines. Fans will be hoping they can pip Turkey, Paraguay and Australia to top spot in Group D this summer.
It’s Turkey, though, who pose the biggest threat to the USA with the European powerhouse at 7/4 to top Group D on LiveScoreBet*.
Hakan Calhanoglou, Arda Guler and Kenan Yildiz are all top-tier talents available to head coach Vincenzo Montella.
They should have what it takes to progress to the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup as group winners.
Back Turkey to win their group at the 2026 World Cup
*Odds correct as of 24/5/26
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