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An exploration of how cultural preferences, financial barriers, and global soccer ecosystems shape the U.S. men's national team's repeated round‑of‑16 exits, while the women's side thrives.
Veteran forward Robert Lewandowski has signed with Chicago Fire, debuting against Vancouver Whitecaps in a match that could shape the club's MLS ambitions.
The 1990s marked a turning point for soccer in the United States, a period defined by legendary players whose performances on the world stage ignited a lasting passion for the game. As the 2026 World Cup approaches, their stories remain a benchmark for the next generation.
A heated exchange between Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae and German football pundit Bastian Schweinsteiger has reignited debates over racism in the sport, while the Ivorians mark a milestone in their World Cup journey.
As the FIFA World Cup unfolds across Canada, Mexico and the United States, the accompanying Leagues Cup adds a new layer of competition, spotlighting legacy stadiums, rising talents and veteran icons in a summer that promises to reshape North American soccer.
From MLS to Europe, the players who will wear the US jersey in 2026 are spread across top leagues, while the tournament expands to 48 teams and 104 matches, with the final set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium.
A look at the professional clubs fielding the United States men’s national team, the new competition format and the venues that will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Team USA prepares for its first World Cup match against Paraguay in Los Angeles on June 12, featuring a roster that mixes seasoned internationals with emerging stars.
The U.S. Under-17 Men’s National Team will hold a training camp in Natal, Brazil, from June 1‑11, featuring a 20‑player roster that blends domestic and European talent, and will face Brazil in two friendly matches at the historic Arena das Dunas.
Despite a hamstring setback, Alphonso Davies earns a spot on the Canadian roster, while coach Jesse Marsch weighs options in goal and assesses the fitness of several key figures ahead of the tournament.
Gregg Berhalter talks about his son Sebastian’s inclusion in the 2026 World Cup squad, the makeup of the USMNT roster, and the tactical debates surrounding Mauricio Pochettino’s selections.
After a distinguished stint at Wake Forest, Steve Armas is set to rejoin the University of Maryland as associate head coach, rekindling a partnership with head coach Sasho Cirovski that dates back to the mid‑1990s.
A look at the key players, tactical questions, and the goalkeeper conundrum facing the USMNT as they finalize a 26‑man roster for the 2026 World Cup.
The United States will open its World Cup campaign on June 12 at SoFi Stadium against Paraguay, fielding a 26-player squad that mixes 13 returnees with 13 debutants.
The United States will open its 2026 World Cup campaign against Paraguay in Inglewood on June 12, with the full squad revealed by Pochettino and a schedule that includes matches in Seattle and a slate of broadcast partners.