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Cobi Jones, USMNT The greatest leader of all time believes the United States can do big things at the World Cup.
Jones, 54, said the past serves as an indicator of what this iteration can do in the US. World Cup.
“They can go all the way, and I know people laugh at it, but when I see what we did in 2002, no one expects us to go that far,” Jones told Fox News Digital.
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US goalkeeper Matt Turner screams to fans as his teammate celebrates the goal scored by forward Christian Purischick (10) against Bolivia in the first half of his 2024 Copa America match at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on June 23, 2024. (Jerome Millon/USA TODAY SPORTS)
In 2002, the US advanced as a heavy underdog to the quarter final match, the best modern finish of the World Cup.
“The way I see it is anyone can make something happen at this World Cup. That’s really great about it.”
Jones said the teams must meet up the following year before the World Cup.
“Well, for me, the biggest thing is, we’re all together as a team. I’m not too worried about the outcome right now. This is a year,” Jones said.
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Former professional soccer player and commentator Cobi Jones and his wife Kim Reese will take a year of red carpet photos to attend the FIFA World Cup 26 event in Los Angeles on June 11, 2025. (Jessica Alcheh/Imagn Images)
“There is plenty of time for Coach Pochettino to make the necessary changes that he considers to be important for this team to succeed, and that’s his job, so he gets paid a lot of money.
Jones said he is excited about what will happen on the field, as well as looking forward to events off the field.
“I’m also excited about everything that’s going on on the field. The events around… I’m sure there’ll be all different parties that you know about,” Jones said.
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Former US national football player Cobi Jones will speak on March 13, 2025 in Inglewood, California, in anticipation of Nations League play at Sophie Stadium and the 2026 World Cup, during the announcement of a new Test soccer pitch. (Gary A. Vasquez/Imaging Images)
“People, you know, bars, restaurants, outdoor stadiums, everywhere. It’s just a gathering of people. So, for me, we’re the moment when we see different cultures coming together. That’s what makes me excited.”
Jones played for USMNT from 1992 to 2004, with the midfielder scoring 15 goals International play.
Connor McGahan of Fox News contributed to this report.
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