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The USA dares to dream the impossible World Cup dream
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
By Kyle Feldscher, Ben Church, CNN
(CNN) — Note: This story first appeared in The Beautiful Game by CNN Sports, our daily newsletter on all things World Cup. To subscribe, click here.
The soccer world wakes up to a burning question this morning, one that hasn’t been asked in a very long time:...
Key takeaway The soccer world wakes up to a burning question this morning, one that hasn’t been asked in a very long time:...
Why this matters in The El Paso
As the US men's soccer team makes history in the World Cup, El Pasoans are taking notice of the team's impressive performance. The city's strong soccer culture, fueled by its proximity to the US-Mexico border and a diverse population, makes the World Cup a highly anticipated event. Local soccer fans are likely to be gathering at watch parties and sports bars to cheer on the US team, creating a lively atmosphere in the city. The team's success may also inspire young soccer players in El Paso , who can look up to the US team as role models and strive to emulate their skills on the field. With the US team's advancement to the knockout rounds, El Pasoans can expect to see even more excitement and enthusiasm for the sport in the coming days.
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Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? By Kyle Feldscher, Ben Church, CNN
(CNN) — Note: This story first appeared in The Beautiful Game by CNN Sports, our daily newsletter on all things World Cup. To subscribe, click here.
The soccer world wakes up to a burning question this morning, one that hasn’t been asked in a very long time:...
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