Mueller thinks US could compete for 2026 World Cup as young talent shines
by Associated Press from US news | The Guardian on (#5BFW3)
- USMNT close out 2020 unbeaten with 6-0 victory
- 2020 has seen young US talent emerge in Europe
The US men's soccer team ended a pandemic-shortened year with a blowout that raised confidence heading into a busy 2021, which will include eight World Cup qualifiers jammed into an 11-week span
Chris Mueller had two goals and two assists in his international debut, Ayo Akinola got a goal in his first game and the United States overwhelmed El Salvador 6-0 in a friendly on Wednesday night.
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