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US coach says World Cup hosts must handle pressure early

Staff are building a tournament plan around quick starts, rotation, and the emotional pull of playing at home.

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Theo GrantFootball reporter
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Staff are building a tournament plan around quick starts, rotation, and the emotional pull of playing at home.

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