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From a homegrown contract in Orlando to a $7 million move in Spain, Alex Freeman’s rise is reshaping perceptions of soccer in the United States.

With the group stage winding down, the United States has secured top spot while Turkey has been knocked out without scoring. The final match at SoFi Stadium will feature player rotations, a returning Pulisic, and a referee from Algeria.

The Athletic’s daily preview mixes professional insight with unexpected contributors, recapping recent results and projecting the next wave of knockout‑stage battles.

Mauricio Pochettino says the United States will field its strongest XI against Turkey, even as yellow‑card suspensions and a calf injury cast shadows over the lineup, while both coaches see the match as a chance to sharpen tactics ahead of the knockout stage.

U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino will omit players with yellow cards for the final Group D match against Turkey, while Christian Pulisic’s fitness remains uncertain.

U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino says he will avoid starting any player who has accumulated a yellow card, even as the team looks to cement its top‑group position and ride a wave of unprecedented domestic support.

U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino says he will bench any player who has accumulated a yellow card for the final group match against Turkey, while Christian Pulisic battles a calf injury. Both teams are eager to win, with the U.S. enjoying a surge of public support.

Mauricio Pochettino reflects on his transformative role with the U.S. men’s soccer team, detailing the cultural shift that sparked historic early wins and a shot at the nation’s best World Cup finish since 1930.

The latest Soccer Extra episode examines the U.S. men’s national team’s strong start, the excitement in Philadelphia, and the global All‑Star buzz.

Under Mauricio Pochettino, the United States has surged to the top of Group D with two convincing wins, reviving interest in soccer across the nation.

With both squads already eliminated, the United States will use its final group match against Turkey to rest key players, test alternatives and fine‑tune tactics before more critical fixtures.

The U.S. men's national soccer team has already met its initial goals at the 2026 World Cup and is now focused on capturing the hearts of a multicultural American public.

Mandatory cooling periods introduced for the 2026 tournament are prompting varied reactions from competitors, coaches and governing bodies as the competition progresses.

In a recent interview, Tyler Adams discussed the U.S. Men's National Team's unprecedented progress in the FIFA World Cup, highlighting the role of coach Mauricio Pochettino and the potential legacy for soccer in America.

A look at the standout performances of former Union athletes now competing abroad, including debuts, leadership roles and goal‑scoring feats

The United States men's national team has secured two wins in the World Cup, positioning itself for the knockout stage while navigating disciplinary risks and planning strategic rotations for upcoming matches.

Seattle’s waterfront transformed into a vibrant arena as tens of thousands of fans rallied behind the U.S. team, blending patriotic fervor with a historic World Cup atmosphere

A look at the impact of Philadelphia Union alumni competing internationally, from clean‑sheet goalkeepers to prolific scorers.

Antonio Freeman’s emotional reaction to his son Alex’s decisive goal captures the nation’s euphoria as the U.S. advances, highlighting a unique father‑son journey across football and soccer.

After a calf injury sidelined him for the win over Australia, Christian Pulisic is back in action during training in Orange County, bringing experience and goal‑creating ability to the U.S. roster as it eyes a July 1 knockout match and a final group encounter with Turkey.

Coach Mauricio Pochettino’s unprecedented back‑to‑back World Cup titles have ignited optimism across American soccer, backed by investments from Ken Griffin and Arthur Blank.

With a spot in the round of 16 already secured, the United States will face Turkey in a dead‑rubber that offers a chance to experiment, manage fatigue, and fine‑tune ahead of the knockout rounds.

The United States men's national soccer team has opened the World Cup with two victories, securing a spot in the knockout round and aiming to finish the group unbeaten.

The United States men's national team has surged into the knockout rounds of the World Cup with two convincing victories, a blend of youthful vigor and seasoned leadership that promises a historic showdown against Turkey.