USMNT's Irvine Base Camp Is Peaceful — But Lacks World Cup Fever

The US Men's National Team is based in Irvine, Southern California, where training conditions are excellent and preparation is undisturbed. However, the affluent suburban city shows virtually no signs of World Cup fever, leaving the squad in an isolated bubble far from the tournament's atmosphere. The contrast highlights how removed the team's preparation environment is from the wider excitement of hosting the 2026 World Cup.

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