The Copa América is coming to the United States next month.
In addition to serving as the prestigious continental championship for South American teams, it's also a critical tournament for the U.S. men's national team.
With the U.S. already qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as one of the three hosts, this summer's Copa América is one of the last chances for manager Gregg Berhalter to see his team against top-level opposition.
A good performance and U.S. fans may be feeling good vibes about the potential of a historically good finish in 2026. Crash out at the group stage and the coach may be on shaky ground, with expectations higher than ever for the promising generation of star players.