Weston McKennie meets the moment as USMNT come of age at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Weston McKennie has been a standout figure for the USMNT at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the only U.S. player to have started all three of the team's matches in the tournament. His importance to the squad has grown with each game, drawing praise as the United States men's national team demonstrates a new level of maturity on the world stage. The performances have been notable enough for CBS Sports to highlight McKennie's role as a defining presence in the team's World Cup campaign.