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A quarter‑century of limited progress, highlighted by key performances from Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman, raises questions about the future of the U.S. men's national team.
The U.S. men's national team has repeatedly exited the World Cup at the round of 16, and despite investment and new talent, systemic issues remain.
The United States men’s national team has repeatedly exited at the round of 16, prompting coach Mauricio Pochettino to acknowledge deep‑seated issues while outlining a new vision for progress.
The U.S. men's soccer side fell 4-1 to Belgium, exposing persistent shortcomings and a culture of excuses that hinder genuine improvement.
Despite expanded World Cup slots, the U.S. men's team still stumbles at the round of 16, prompting coach Mauricio Pochettino to target goalkeeping and squad depth as the path to future success.
The United States men’s national team has not advanced beyond the round of 16 in 25 years, even as the tournament format expands and new talent emerges.
A torn anterior cruciate ligament has ended Amadou Onana's tournament, forcing Belgium to adjust ahead of a crucial match against Spain and leaving Aston Villa to seek a replacement.
The U.S. Men's National Team fell 4-1 to Belgium in the World Cup, shattering earlier optimism about a deep run and prompting reflection on the nation's soccer development.
Carli Lloyd analyzes the U.S. men’s 4‑1 loss to Belgium, the controversy around Folarin Balogun, and the silver lining of national unity.
Bruce Arena, Bob Bradley and Gregg Berhalter question FIFA's decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's red‑card ban after former president Donald Trump's involvement, arguing it threatens the integrity of international soccer.
The U.S. Men's National Team fell 4-1 to Belgium in the round of 16, ending a World Cup run that had promised a breakthrough. The defeat underscores both the progress and the challenges facing American soccer.
A World Cup qualifying incident saw a player’s suspension lifted after a surprise appeal from former US president Donald Trump, prompting warnings from Uefa vice‑president Laura McAllister about the dangers of political interference in sport.
The Athletic’s daily World Cup predictions blend expert analysis, subscriber picks and algorithmic forecasts, featuring a colorful mix of contributors ahead of the Argentina‑Egypt and Switzerland‑Colombia showdowns
A last‑minute U.S. political pressure campaign led FIFA to lift a suspension of forward Folarin Balogun, a move that sparked criticism over the intersection of politics and sport.
The United States men's team fell 4-1 to Belgium, a defeat amplified by FIFA's reversal on a red-card suspension for striker Folarin Balogun and public praise from President Donald Trump.
An exploration of how American soccer fans are forging unique traditions, navigating political undercurrents, and preparing for the 2026 World Cup.
Christian Pulisic faced criticism after the USMNT's 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the Round of 16. Injuries and a lack of goals have intensified questions about his World Cup legacy.
The United States men's national team saw its 2026 World Cup hopes extinguished in the round of 16, losing 4-1 to Belgium after a turbulent match that featured a contentious red‑card decision and the involvement of U.S. President Donald Trump.
The U.S. soccer team’s 4-1 defeat to Belgium has spawned a cascade of online jokes, many of which point to a reported phone call between President Trump and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.
The U.S. men's soccer team entered the World Cup Round of 16 as underdogs, only to see their campaign crumble against Belgium, falling 4-1 in a match that quickly became a flashpoint for external controversy.
After the U.S. men’s national team fell to Belgium in the Round of 16, Jimmy Donaldson reflected on his earlier joke about swapping ‘football’ for ‘soccer’ and expressed pride in the squad’s performance, while analysts consider the broader impact on domestic interest in the tournament.
The United States fell to Belgium in the last 16, while Lionel Messi eyes a second World Cup triumph amid a fierce Golden Boot battle.
BTS’s first UK concert in seven years combined a nostalgic setlist, a newly designed 360‑degree stage and a heartfelt apology for the hiatus caused by COVID‑19 and military service, drawing 65,000 fans from around the world.
A costly error by goalkeeper Matt Freese and a quiet performance by Folarin Balogun underscore a disappointing night for the U.S. side, while broader implications for the sport's popularity emerge.