2026 World Cup Overreactions: Portugal's Revival and USMNT's Knockout Hype

As the 2026 World Cup approaches, bold predictions are flying. Among the top overreactions: Portugal will quickly bounce back from recent setbacks, and the USMNT will steamroll through the knockout stages. But history suggests caution. Portugal's struggles run deeper than a single tournament, while the USMNT still lacks experience against top-tier opposition. A 48-team format adds unpredictability, making early assumptions dangerous. Other overreactions include inflated expectations for dark hor...