Ex-USMNT star sets USA's benchmark for successful World Cup, talks excitement of final being in his home state

For Tim Howard, this year's World Cup is a full-circle moment.

Raised in central New Jersey and becoming pro in his home state, the World Cup final will be held roughly 35 miles away from where the former United States Men's National Team goaltender grew up.

When the bidding for the final took place, Howard knew exactly where it had to be played.

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"I heard Dallas, and I love Dallas. Good, good town, but I just said the World...