World Cup: Former USA defender Matt Besler says 'expectations are higher than ever' for the host nation - but can they handle the pressure?

A decade ago, Matt Besler was close to becoming a Premier League player. Twice. But he turned down moves to Fulham and Sunderland so he could stay in his beloved Kansas City with his family.

Besler played a total of 12 seasons at his hometown club, winning four major US trophies. He got 47 caps for his country and featured for the men's national team under Jurgen Klinsmann at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.