US soccer legend Landon Donovan has good news for American fans who may just be daring to dream: He believes the USA can indeed win the World Cup.

With one important caveat: A lot must fall into place first – starting with a win on Wednesday over Round of 32 opponents Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Donovan was a key part of the American team that made a highly impressive run to the quarterfinals of the 2002 World Cup in Asia.

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“Can they? Yes,” Donovan said when asked by CNN Sports ahead of the tournament if the USA’s men’s team can win the World Cup.