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2 games for the U.S. men's soccer team are a preview of their chances in the World Cup

NPR | By Becky Sullivan

Published March 27, 2026 at 3:45 PM CDT

The U.S. men's national soccer team is set to host two World Cup contenders, Belgium and Portugal, in blockbuster friendly matchups that will show whether the Americans have a chance at success.

Becky Sullivan

Becky Sullivan has reported and produced for NPR since 2011 with a focus on hard news and breaking stories. She has been on the ground to cover natural disasters, disease outbreaks, elections and protests, delivering stories to both broadcast and digital platforms.