How the USMNT has performed in all of its previous World Cup appearances

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Yahoo Sports reviewed the USMNT's historical World Cup performances. The United States has failed to advance past the Round of 16 in each of its last three World Cup appearances, with a quarterfinal finish representing the team's best-ever result in the modern era. The U.S. was one of 13 original teams at the inaugural 1930 World Cup, which remains their best overall tournament performance in history.