Marcelo Balboa says this US outcome in World Cup would be ‘complete disaster’
Marcelo Balboa expresses high expectations for the U.S. men's national soccer team in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. He believes that failing to advance from the group stage would be a 'complete disaster' given the team's current resources and talent. Balboa highlights the importance of this tournament for American soccer, reflecting on the journey from its early struggles to the present day.
- ▪Marcelo Balboa was a captain for the U.S. men's national soccer team in the 1990s.
- ▪Expectations for the U.S. in the 2026 World Cup are sky-high, with a goal to reach at least the quarterfinals.
- ▪Balboa believes that not advancing from the group stage would be a complete disaster for the current team.
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Soccer exclusive Marcelo Balboa says this US outcome in World Cup would be ‘complete disaster’ By Michael Duarte Published May 31, 2026, 7:00 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google When Marcelo Balboa started playing soccer, it was seen as a sport for kids to develop social skills. There was no wall-to-wall coverage. No Americans playing in Europe. No global superstars playing in the U.S. No sold-out stadiums. No Lionel Messi jerseys sold on the streets of Los Angeles next to Lakers hoodies. 3 Marcelo Balboa was a captain for the U.S. men’s national soccer team in the 1990s.
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