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How big is the gap between the USMNT and Argentina -- and how can the U.S. close it?

The U.S. aren't favorites at the Copa América like Argentina are -- but what would it really take for the USMNT to reach Argentina's level?

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If this was Modric's Croatia curtain call, what a show it was

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COPA AMÉRICA

Messi waves to fans outside hotel as Argentina take over Times Square

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Spain bringing Euro 2008 vibes to 2024 and that could mean only one thing

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