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The 2026 World Cup proved soccer’s mainstream appeal in the United States, prompting the federation to overhaul its youth system, reduce travel barriers and build community‑based pathways, as explained by COO Dan Helfrich.
The Georgetown Hoyas, ranked fifth nationally, open their season against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Shaw Field on Sunday, with a live stream on ESPN+ and former players Dan Helfrich and Tom Greaser on the call.
Mauricio Pochettino has extended his tenure as U.S. men's national team coach through the 2030 World Cup, promising a fresh approach to talent identification and a seamless transition as the squad ages.
The U.S. men’s national team’s World Cup exit has intensified scrutiny of the pay‑to‑play youth soccer model, prompting new efforts to broaden access and reduce costs across the country.
The United States' early World Cup exit has sparked a push to reform youth soccer, targeting the financial barriers that keep many promising players out of the game.
The United States' early World Cup exit has reignited debate over the cost‑driven 'pay‑to‑play' model and inspired new policy and organizational responses.
The United States’ early exit from the World Cup has reignited debate over the affordability of youth soccer and the need for a more inclusive talent pipeline.
The new U.S. Soccer National Training Center outside Atlanta, funded by Arthur Blank, features world‑class facilities and a mission to break down pay‑to‑play barriers while attracting national teams and global soccer enthusiasts.
A $50 million state‑of‑the‑art training center in Atlanta, funded by Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank, opens its doors to the U.S. soccer community, promising world‑class amenities and a unified headquarters for the sport’s governing body.
The newly opened facility in Atlanta, funded by Blank and championed by U.S. Soccer, promises to reshape the sport’s development landscape.
U.S. Soccer’s new Atlanta training complex, funded by Arthur Blank, promises to reshape the nation’s soccer landscape while tackling existing challenges.
US Soccer Federation CEO JT Batson addressed the controversy surrounding Donald Trump's involvement in the 2022 World Cup, focusing on the support the team received rather than Trump's actions.
After a disappointing World Cup exit, U.S. Soccer is in talks with Mauricio Pochettino to lead the men’s national team, while Steve Cherundolo prepares the U‑23 side for the 2028 Los Angeles Games. The controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun’s red card and President Donald Trump’s involvement underscores the growing intersection of sport and politics.
The fallout from a red‑card incident involving forward Folarin Balogun still reverberates across U.S. soccer circles, intertwining sport with politics and drawing unprecedented public attention.
A red‑card dispute involving Folarin Balogun ignited worldwide backlash, spurred Belgian motivation and prompted U.S. Soccer CEO J.T. Batson to comment on former President Donald Trump’s involvement.
FIFA’s chief technical officer Arsène Wenger outlines the structural challenges facing U.S. soccer and calls for a new pathway to broaden youth participation.
The United States men's national team confronts organizational gaps after the World Cup, as coaching and directorial roles hang in limbo while the federation charts a new strategic course.
Despite a round‑of‑16 exit at the 2026 World Cup, U.S. Soccer is negotiating a new deal for manager Mauricio Pochettino while President Donald Trump’s involvement in a player suspension and insights from Arsene Wenger highlight the challenges and opportunities facing the sport in the United States.
The federation plans a financially accessible youth soccer system backed by government, sponsorship and philanthropic investment, targeting greater inclusion and improved coaching education.
CEO J.T. Batson outlines a comprehensive vision that blends World Cup momentum with a seamless youth pipeline, Olympic targets for 2028 and broadened financial support to make soccer more accessible across the United States.
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.
After the World Cup, U.S. Soccer is charting a sustained strategy, seeking to fill sporting director and national‑team coach posts, and leveraging the 2028 Los Angeles Games to grow the sport.
Cherundolo’s extensive playing pedigree and recent coaching triumphs position him to shape the next generation of American talent ahead of the 2028 Games.
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.