Soccer Legend Julie Foudy -- U.S. Can Win Gold Without Hope Solo

With Hope Solo considering skipping the Olympics due to Zika virus scares in Brazil -- the big question ... can Team USA still win the gold without her?

According to soccer legend Julie Foudy -- the answer is definitely "Yes."

Foudy says she completely understands Solo's concern -- but says if she skips the games, Team USA will still be real contenders ... thanks to serious talent on the bench.

The games begin in just 5 months ... and a lot can happen between now and then.