USMNT’s ‘why not us’ World Cup belief is deserved — even as Belgium threat looms
The USMNT has adopted a 'why not us' mantra as they advance in the World Cup, with the team and nation believing in their chances of winning. This mindset has been fostered by manager Mauricio Pochettino, who has become a key figure in the team's success. The team's belief in themselves is deserved, despite the looming threat of Belgium in the tournament.
- ▪The USMNT has adopted a 'why not us' mantra as they advance in the World Cup.
- ▪The team is led by 54-year-old Argentine manager Mauricio Pochettino.
- ▪The USMNT will face Belgium in an upcoming match.
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Mark Cannizzaro USMNT’s ‘why not us’ World Cup belief is deserved — even as Belgium threat looms By Mark Cannizzaro Published July 3, 2026, 8:36 p.m. ET Malik Tillman #17 and Tim Ream #13 of the United States celebrate victory after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between USA and Bosnia and Herzegovina at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on July 1, 2026 in Santa Clara, California. Getty Images SEATTLE — Why not us? “We all believe in it,’’ Tim Ream said. “We’ve all talked about it. We all say it: ‘Why not us?’ ’’ Thanks to 54-year-old Argentine manager Mauricio Pochettino — who becomes more American with every verse of “Take Me Home, Country Roads” he sings after his U.S. men’s national team wins a World Cup match — this has become the mantra for the team and for the nation.
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