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In a recent interview, Brad Friedel discusses the progress of soccer in the United States, the challenges facing Major League Soccer, and the expectations surrounding the 2026 World Cup.
Tab Ramos, a former U.S. men's national team player, has publicly criticized U.S. Soccer president Cindy Parlow Cone and the broader leadership structure, urging accountability after the team's disappointing World Cup performance.
The upcoming class of 2027 for the National Soccer Hall of Fame promises to cement the legacies of three U.S. women's soccer stalwarts who have shaped the sport across multiple continents and eras.
The National Soccer Hall of Fame has released its 2027 candidate lists across player, veteran and builder categories, outlining eligibility rules and the upcoming selection process.
The National Soccer Hall of Fame has released the full list of nominees eligible for the 2027 class, spanning three eligibility tracks and totaling 220 individuals.
From modest beginnings to a multi‑billion‑dollar industry, soccer’s rise in the United States has been propelled by a web of public‑private deals that promise growth but also carry significant fiscal risk.
Veteran forward Landon Donovan highlights how escalating youth soccer expenses threaten talent development and calls for a more inclusive system that removes financial barriers for aspiring players.
From July 26 to August 15, Hope Solo will auction over 45 items from her personal collection, with a portion of proceeds supporting SheBelongs, a nonprofit that empowers girls through sport and leadership.
JP Dellacamera announced his last World Cup game, a milestone in a career that spans 18 tournaments and a recent induction into the National Soccer Hall of Fame.
Steve Cherundolo, a three‑time World Cup veteran and former LAFC coach, has been appointed head coach of the United States Under‑23 men’s national team as they prepare for the 2028 Summer Olympics, with plans to develop a competitive squad at the National Training Center in Georgia.
Lamar Hunt’s visionary leadership forged the pathways that turned soccer into a major sport in the United States.
From his collegiate roots at UNC to three MLS championships with DC United, Eddie Pope’s two‑decade journey reshaped American soccer and earned him a spot among the nation’s all‑time greats.
Joe Gaetjens scored the only goal in the United States' 1-0 victory over England at the 1950 World Cup, a moment that still shapes narratives of sport, identity, and exile.
In a recent interview, Dempsey discussed his journey from a small Texas town to international stardom, the impact of the World Cup returning to the U.S., and his hopes for the next generation of players.
Exploring the origins, achievements, and present‑day resonance of the Bethlehem Steel‑built stadium that marked the birth of soccer in the United States.
From a 1976 spectacle that eclipsed Pelé’s visit to packed bars cheering the World Cup, Philadelphia’s soccer story is now woven into the fabric of its neighborhoods and the U.S. national team.
A look at the early organizer of the first U.S. soccer team, the monuments that honor him, and the broader cultural figures who preserved his story.
When the 1930 World Cup opened in Uruguay, a 21‑year‑old American forward etched his name into the tournament’s first record books. For nearly eight decades that achievement was misattributed, until a grandson’s detective work and a series of archival corrections restored the credit to its rightful owner.
Benny McLaughlin, a Philadelphia soccer pioneer, missed the 1950 World Cup because his employer denied him time off. Decades later his legacy endures through community impact, Hall of Fame induction, and a reunion that revived nostalgic memories.
A look at how Andrés Cantor’s early love for soccer, his iconic goal calls, and decades at Telemundo have cemented his legacy in U.S. sports media.
An examination of how public funding, land use and community programming are driving soccer’s growth across U.S. cities, from MLS expansion to the upcoming 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics.
A stone monument on Boston Common has been altered between soccer and American football symbols, reflecting a long‑running dispute over the Oneida Football Club’s place in sporting history.
An examination of how public funds underwrite soccer’s expansion in the United States, from stadium deals to upcoming global events.
Tony Sanneh, a St. Paul native and former professional soccer player, reflects on his induction into the National Soccer Hall of Fame, his World Cup legacy, and the far‑reaching impact of his philanthropic foundation.