The United States debuted in the World Cup in Qatar with a draw against Wales, but the lack of victory was not due to a lack of support — and full support. Hours before the Americans took the field, at Al Rayyan Stadium, Joe Biden personally called the national team to wish them luck.
“I know they are not the favourites, but some of the best players in the world are on this team and represent this country. I know they will play with their hearts. Let’s surprise them. Keep trusting each other and play as much as you can, for yourselves, for your families, for your teammates. The whole country is behind you. I wanted to be there to see you,” said the president of the United States in the phone call and in a video shared by the North American team, where the team can also be seen listening to Biden’s words and the thanks of selector Gregg Berhalter.
Wait, the president is on the line… ???? pic.twitter.com/N6CxwOhqgN
—US Men’s National Soccer Team (@USMNT) November 20, 2022
Team USA returns to the World Championships after missing the last one, in Russia and in 2018, and benefits from one of the best generations ever. The United States is placed in Group B, along with Wales, England and Iran, and his best result in a World Cup is reaching the quarterfinals in 2002 — year they defeated Portugal in the group stage.
Bale and the theory that nicknames don’t win, not even when they have a Ballon d’Or in their inheritance (US-Wales Chronicle)
Source: Observadora
