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RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – JULY 10: Lionel Messi of Argentina lift the Conmebol Copa America Trophy after winning the Final of Copa America Brazil 2021 ,during the Final Match between Brazil and Argentina at Maracana Stadium on July 10, 2021 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. MB Media SPO, SOC, FOI PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxONLY Copyright: xMBxMediax
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RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – JULY 10: Lionel Messi of Argentina lift the Conmebol Copa America Trophy after winning the Final of Copa America Brazil 2021 ,during the Final Match between Brazil and Argentina at Maracana Stadium on July 10, 2021 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. MB Media SPO, SOC, FOI PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxONLY Copyright: xMBxMediax
The FIFA World Cup quarter-finals are about to kick off today. In a few days, the world will know who the champions are. Teams will go back to their country and after a short break, players will return to their clubs. The tournament has been a treat to watch, from politics to upsets, drama to action. Everybody is hoping their favorite team will lift the World Cup. The latest news in the soccer world informs about announcements related to Copa America. The reports suggest that the 2024 edition of Copa America might take place in the USA and the fans of USMNT are excited.
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The decision can have a high impact on soccer fans in the United States. The popularity of soccer is on a steady incline after a better group stage run from the team. The USMNT won hearts after stopping England’s attack in a goalless draw and Beating Iran 1-0. The team’s midfield did wonders and USA qualified during the group stage, they only conceded one goal in three matches.
USA set to host Copa America
Despite losing in the round of 16, USMNT is getting popular and as a result, people are now interested in the game. This increment is about to be boosted, as according to reports , the USA will be hosting the 2024 edition of Copa America.
The U.S. will reportedly host and play in South America's prestigious Copa América tournament in 2024.
Analysts have called the move a "critical" step for the USMNT to prepare for the 2026 World Cup.@DougGreenberg has more ⤵️
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) December 8, 2022
USMNT will also be participating in the event. The USA became the first non-south American country to host Copa America in 2016, and 2024 will be the 2nd time they are set to host the event.
USMNT lost its round of 16 match against the Netherlands and ended their FIFA World Cup 2022 campaign. The team lost 3-1; the team was looking good, but the Netherlands played exceptionally well and got the win.
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FIFA World Cup 2026
The USA will also be hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2026 along with Canada and Mexico. The USA will be hosting the Copa America which will also possibly expand the fanbase for the world cup. Hosting this event can also be a good practice on the home grounds to prepare the team for the home pressure during the World Cup.
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An official statement is yet to come out for this, but fans must be hoping that the reports are true. The team members are is back from the World Cup and are enjoying holiday breaks.
The Netherlands will be facing Argentina in the Quarterfinals and Brazil will kick the quarterfinals off against Croatia.
