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The San Jose Earthquakes’ appointment of Gavin Wilkinson as a season‑long consultant has ignited criticism over the club’s commitment to safety and accountability, spotlighting a tangled history of past failures.
Gavin Wilkinson, the ex‑president of Portland Timbers and Thorns, has been hired as a consultant by the San Jose Earthquakes to assist head coach Bruce Arena in roster management for the remainder of the year.
The San Jose Earthquakes have appointed Gavin Wilkinson as a consultant to oversee roster management through the end of the current season, placing him under the direction of head coach Bruce Arena. Wilkinson’s recent history includes a brief, tumultuous tenure at Sporting Kansas City and a high‑profile departure from Portland’s soccer leadership following allegations of misconduct.
U.S. Soccer’s choice to retain Mauricio Pochettino through the 2030 World Cup raises questions about sporting merit, donor influence, and the future direction of American soccer.
Mauricio Pochettino has signed a contract extension with U.S. Soccer that commits him to the men’s national team through the 2030 World Cup, building on a record‑breaking 2026 tournament and setting the stage for future continental competitions.
Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to a four‑year contract that will keep him in charge of the United States men’s national team through the 2030 World Cup, a move that follows a successful debut cycle and a push to make soccer a mainstream American sport.
After a surprising exit at the 2026 World Cup, U.S. Soccer has extended Mauricio Pochettino’s tenure, pairing his coaching expertise with a new development framework.
Mauricio Pochettino is close to agreeing to a four‑year deal to coach the U.S. men’s national team again, a move that would place him among a small group of coaches whose second tenures have produced mixed outcomes.
US Soccer has offered Mauricio Pochettino a contract through the 2030 World Cup cycle, aiming to cement his tactical vision and player‑development focus while navigating interest from European clubs.
Despite a massive talent pool and home‑field advantages, the U.S. men's national team has not advanced past the round of 16 in recent World Cups. A combination of fragmented youth development, coaching gaps, competition from other sports and a lack of tactical identity have created a self‑reinforcing cycle of underperformance.
A 1‑1 draw between San Jose and LA Galaxy attracted the season’s seventh‑largest audience, highlighting the league’s ambition to capitalize on soccer’s surging popularity in the United States.
The 2026 MLS All-Star squad was revealed, featuring nine World Cup participants and selections from supporters, Charlotte FC and Commissioner Don Garber. Yet the roster omits several standout performers, sparking debate across the league.
U.S. Soccer is in talks to keep Mauricio Pochettino in charge beyond the 2030 World Cup, a move that aligns with the organization’s strategic push to develop talent and expand soccer’s reach after a successful 2026 tournament.
From a disallowed Croatia goal to coach critiques, the World Cup has become a laboratory for the technology's promises and pitfalls.
The U.S. men's national team was eliminated in the round of 16 despite high expectations, revealing pay‑for‑play barriers, a lack of tactical identity, and competition from other sports that together shape the nation's soccer challenges.
The upcoming 2026 MLS season is being framed by the return of the FIFA World Cup to North America, with clubs like Inter Miami, Vancouver Whitecaps and Nashville SC eyeing silverware while youthful revamps and high‑profile signings promise fresh narratives.
A comparative look at the USMNT and the New York Giants as they navigate new coaching eras, high‑profile contracts and the quest for long‑awaited glory.
From early academy days to a Leagues Cup title, Jon Bell's professional path reflects resilience, versatility, and a relentless pursuit of soccer excellence.
Recent dismissals of coaches for both the U.S. Men's National Team and the New York Giants have set the stage for ambitious new appointments, each tasked with turning disappointment into triumph.
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 United States was eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the round of 16 after a 4-1 loss to Belgium, sparking debate over coaching changes and the team's trajectory.
A disputed red card sparked a chain of events involving FIFA, UEFA, and a high‑profile appeal that ultimately reshaped the sanction for the USMNT forward.
The recent FIFA World Cup has sparked a wave of new fans in the Bay Area, inspiring families, children and communities to follow soccer more closely, with local teams reporting record interest ahead of upcoming matches.
The 1994 World Cup ignited a soccer boom in the United States, leading to the creation of MLS and a new generation of talent that now prepares for a record‑breaking 2026 tournament.