FIFA described the level of interest in the United States' World Cup run as "unprecedented" and "staggering", which could lead to them becoming the host nation in 2026.

"There is a commitment to work with US Soccer," said Fifa secretary general Jerome Valcke.

Speaking to Brazil newspaper Globo, Valcke added: "What we see in the United States is staggering. The audience is unprecedented, more than the NBA.

"The country has the largest level of youth soccer in the world, with 20 million young people playing.

"I think after 2022, they have an interest in hosting the 2026 World Cup."

The United States lost out to Qatar for the 2022 World Cup, though they have been rumored as replacing Qatar if serious issues plaguing the country's preparation continue.