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With the World Cup knockout bracket now finalized, the USMNT has a clear picture of what it takes to reach the championship match.
Mauricio Pochettino's squad topped Group D, defeating Paraguay and Australia and generating excitement among fans hoping for a lengthy run in this summer's competition.
For the U.S. to meet those lofty expectations, here's the path the team will need to follow.
Round of 32
The USMNT's first challenge is a round-of-32 matchup against Bosnia and Herzegovina, with former goalkeeper Tim Howard anticipating a commanding performance from Pochettino's men.
The USMNT enters as a heavy favorite in this fixture and will be aiming to reach the round of 16 for the second consecutive World Cup.
Round of 16
The challenge will undoubtedly intensify for the USMNT in the round of 16, though Pochettino will still find plenty to like about the draw.
Either Belgium or Senegal will be standing in their way in the next round. Belgium may hold the edge on paper but is a far cry from the formidable dark-horse contender it was considered in previous tournaments. The USMNT has every reason to believe a win is within reach.
Senegal, meanwhile, faced the tough task of navigating a group with France and Norway, meaning its advancement as a third-place side perhaps undersells the team's quality. Even so, the USMNT will approach the match with confidence and will be targeting a quarterfinal berth for just the second time in its history.
Quarterfinals
The USMNT looks set to embrace the underdog role in the quarterfinals, where a potential showdown with Spain could be waiting.
Defending European champion Spain ranks among the top contenders to claim the title, making it arguably the most daunting opponent Pochettino's side could face. Pulling off a result against Lamine Yamal and company would be a massive upset.
Austria would represent the ideal draw at this stage, but with Portugal and Croatia also in the bracket, the USMNT may need to brace itself for a clash with one of Europe's top sides.