USMNT captain Tyler Adams says the 2026 FIFA World Cup can serve as a unifying force during a period of global conflict and uncertainty.
'Soccer brings everybody together no matter the situation,' Adams told Fox News Digital. The midfielder described the tournament as a moment where people can 'close their eyes for a second and really experience something special.'
Adams emphasized the depth of the current USMNT squad, noting many teammates are close friends. The U.S. opens group play against Paraguay on June 12 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Iran, also qualified, will play at the same venue three days later amid ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions. FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed Iran's participation, expressing hope for a peaceful resolution by then.