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Fans gather at Irvine's Great Park to watch US Men's National Team practice ahead of World Cup

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The US Men's National Team held a public training session at Irvine's Great Park on Monday, drawing thousands of fans ahead of their World Cup opener. The team is based in Irvine for the tournament.

- The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off June 11, with 48 teams and 104 matches across the US, Canada, and Mexico. - Fans won tickets through a lottery to watch the morning practice.

- Players signed autographs after the session, and fans expressed hope for the team's performance. - The team recently played a friendly match against Germany in Chicago, losing 1-2 but showing promise.

The World Cup is the largest in history, and local fans are excited to support the team as host nation.

This story was originally reported by dailybreeze. Read the original article here.

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