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The Boys & Girls Clubs of America is tackling the growing gap in youth soccer by investing in infrastructure, training coaches and shifting the culture from pressure to play, with a goal of reaching one million families.
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.
With Mauricio Pochettino at the helm, the U.S. men's national team blends veteran presence and emerging stars ahead of the first World Cup hosted across three nations.
In a recent episode of The Soccer Show, former Trinidad and Tobago goalkeeper Shaka Hislop shares memories of the 2006 World Cup, while analysts Brad Feldman and Charlie Davies dissect recent U.S. performances and preview the upcoming 2026 finals.
The U.S. men's national team will step onto the 2026 World Cup stage wearing a fresh set of patriotic jerseys that blend tradition with a new visual identity. Veteran forward Christian Pulisic will again wear the No. 10 shirt, a number he inherited in 2016 and that was famously sported by Landon Donovan. Midfielder Weston McKennie continues to sport No. 8, a digit he has carried since the 2018–19 season after it belonged to Clint Dempsey. Goalkeeper Matt Turner retains the iconic No. 1 jersey, a number he has worn consistently since the 2020–21 campaign. Group D of the tournament draws the United States against Paraguay, Australia and Türkiye. The fixtures are set for June 12 against Paraguay, June 19 versus Australia and June 25 against Türkiye, offering a balanced mix of opponents that could shape the team's progression. Before the World Cup, the U.S. will meet Germany in a high‑profile friendly in Chicago. The match serves as a final rehearsal, allowing the coaching staff to fine‑tune tactics and build momentum ahead of the group stage. The squad's lofty ambition is to break past the quarterfinal barrier that has defined recent U.S. campaigns. While the path is competitive, the combination of home‑crowd energy, familiar jersey designs and a schedule that includes a winnable group stage fuels optimism for a deeper run, potentially even a semifinal appearance.
The United States Men's National Team has announced its 2026 World Cup roster, highlighting eight players who developed their games in college soccer. Recent wins over Senegal and an upcoming friendly against Germany set the stage for a squad that blends veteran experience with fresh collegiate talent.
Exploring the rich tapestry of soccer history in Massachusetts, from the Oneida Football Club to World Cup legends and today's rising stars.
The United States secured a 3‑2 victory over Senegal, with Christian Pulisic scoring twice as the team tested new tactics ahead of the World Cup.
A friendly against Senegal in Charlotte ended 2‑2, giving the U.S. a chance to test new tactics before facing Germany, Paraguay, Australia and Turkey in the 2026 World Cup group stage.
Two new Netflix documentaries explore the rise, fall and recent struggles of the U.S. men’s soccer team, blending archival triumphs with contemporary setbacks to humanize the players fighting for respect.
The USMNT will test its depth against Senegal in Charlotte, with key players like Christian Pulisic and Ricardo Pepi aiming to make an impact before the World Cup opener against Paraguay.
Two new series pull back the curtain on a nation’s soccer ambition, tracing a history of hype, criticism, and the relentless drive to turn potential into triumph.
Ahead of a pivotal friendly against Senegal in Charlotte, the U.S. Men's National Team unveils a blend of experienced stars and emerging talent, aiming to restore confidence before the World Cup.
Tim Ream’s appointment as captain marks a historic moment as the oldest U.S. player set for a World Cup, with the team preparing for friendlies against Senegal, Paraguay, Australia and Turkey.
The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup will be played on home soil, featuring seven matches in Foxborough. Analysts Charlie Davies, Brian Dunseth and DJ Bean discuss the roster, highlight surprise choices, and look ahead to friendlies against Senegal and Germany, while the New England Revolution prepares for a busy schedule during the World Cup break.
From obscurity at home to validation abroad, Matt Turner’s journey illustrates how a short training stint in Brazil became the catalyst for a World Cup berth.
U.S. men’s national team midfielder Brenden Aaronson missed a training session to attend his wedding to Milana D’Ambra. Coach Mauricio Pochettino approved the leave, and the squad plans to view the ceremony via FaceTime before continuing World Cup preparations.
New York Life’s multi‑year partnership with U.S. Men’s National Team players brings authentic storytelling to the forefront, linking sports metaphors with brand values and targeting young families through social media.
At 31, Turner brings MLS experience and international pedigree to a U.S. squad poised for its 12th World Cup appearance on home soil.
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 men's national team unveiled a 26‑player roster for the 2026 World Cup, featuring breakout players such as Gio Reyna and Alejandro Zendejas while omitting several injured or underperforming names.
The United States unveiled a 26‑player roster for the 2026 World Cup, mixing seasoned veterans with emerging talent amid injury concerns and strategic choices.