USA midfielder Malik Tillman revealed the unwavering belief driving the co-hosts’ FIFA World Cup campaign after they booked their place in the round of 16 on Thursday.
The United States booked their place in the World Cup last 16 with a 2-0 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina in Santa Clara, although the win was overshadowed by Folarin Balogun's second-half red card.
Despite ending their group stage with defeat to Türkiye and Mauricio Pochettino cutting a frustrated figure afterwards, the USA coach believes his side has made significant progress under his leadership.
Robert Lewandowski has joined Chicago Fire on a two-year contract after his Barcelona deal expired, bringing his four-year spell in Spain to a close.
Australia sealed qualification for the FIFA World Cup last 32 and Paraguay should be set to join them after a draw that suited both sides, while Turkey stunned the United States with a stoppage-time winner.
United States striker Folarin Balogun has set his sights on joining football's most reliable goalscorers after making a strong start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.