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USMNT
/ 1 day agoPreview: USMNT carries momentum into friendly in Mexico
The win over Panama provided a preview of the momentum the USMNT can have under its new coach, and Mexico can build it further. The hire of Mauricio Pochettino was met with much enthusiasm, and that showed on Saturday night. Although not the cleanest performance in USMNT history, there were several positives on the back […]
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/ 3 days agoPreview: Pochettino makes USA coaching debut against Panama
It has been some time since the USA men's national team entered a game without a preview of what they would look like, but that is where the USMNT finds itself ahead of a game against Panama under Mauricio Pochettino. Rumors swirled after Gregg Berhalter was fired over the summer. The hire was finally made […]
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/ 36 days agoUSA vs New Zealand preview: Bouncing back from Canada loss
The dismal results keep coming for the United States Men's National Team. First, there was a 5-1 hammering against Colombia. Then there was the group-stage exit at the Copa America. Now, there's a 2-1 home loss to Canada in a friendly that featured an interim head coach. It is just the second time ever that […]
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/ 39 days agoUSA vs Canada preview: First game in post-Berhalter era
Following a disastrous summer, the United States Men's National Team is set to return to action. Gregg Berhalter has been fired and rumors abound that Mauricio Pochettino will be the next manager. But before the deal is official, the USMNT has a friendly against Canada, coached by American Jesse Marsch. First squad after Berhalter features […]
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/ 43 days agoLeagues Cup attendances lower than typical MLS crowds
Repeating the drama of last summer's Leagues Cup was always going to be a tall order. Messi Mania took over almost immediately and lasted the whole tournament as Inter Miami won the trophy. For this year's Leagues Cup, things were far different. Messi missed the whole tournament due to injury. Except for Club América, most […]
Olympics
/ 67 days agoUSWNT vs. Brazil preview: USA pushing for 5th gold
Finally, the gold medal game. There aren't many bigger than this in women's soccer. It's the biggest game the USWNT has played since the 2019 Women's World Cup Final. It's the first time the USWNT has played for a gold medal since 2012 in London. But they aren't the only team playing in this gold […]
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/ 68 days agoTop 25 most-attended friendlies played in the USA this summer
More than one million soccer fans filled stadiums across the United States to see summer friendlies featuring many of the biggest teams from around the world, according to new research from World Soccer Talk. These games frequently draw massive crowds as fans clamor to see players and teams they otherwise might not ever get to […]
Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 71 days agoUSA vs Germany preview: American women two wins away from gold
The US Women's National Team (USWNT) is just two wins away from a gold medal. With an extra-time win over Japan on Saturday, they advanced to the semifinals for the second straight Olympics. The team standing in the way of a gold medal game appearance is a team they have already beaten at these Olympics: […]
Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 74 days agoUSA vs Japan preview: Winner faces either Canada or Germany
The US men's U23 team is out of the Olympics, so now it's down to the US Women's National Team (USWNT) to bring home a medal from Paris 2024. Fortunately, the USWNT has proven adept at doing just that as we share in our USA vs Japan preview. But the standard has never been to […]
Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 75 days agoUSA vs. Morocco preview: Semifinals bid at stake
By reaching the quarterfinals, the US men's team now has a chance to play for a medal at these Olympics. The USA finished second in Group A, and as a result, got to play Group B winners Morocco in the quarterfinals. The winner of this game goes to the semifinals with a chance to play […]
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/ 77 days agoUSA vs Australia preview: Fate is in the hands of USWNT
The US Women's National Team (USWNT) is looking to finish the Group Stage in first place. After winning their first two games, head coach Emma Hayes' team has already secured a spot in the quarterfinals. But their opponent, venue, and kickoff time are all still to be determined. That's why staying top of the group […]
Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 78 days agoUSA vs Guinea preview: Americans can reach men's quarterfinal
With a 4-1 win over New Zealand, Guinea is the last step for the USA to reach the quarterfinals of the men's 2024 Olympics tournament. They can secure a spot in the next round with a win in their final group-stage game against Guinea. USA dominates New Zealand The United States has this great opportunity […]
Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 80 days agoUSA vs Germany preview: Next challenge for Emma Hayes' team
The USWNT looks to take control of Group B in the Paris Olympics. After winning their opening game against Zambia 3-0, another win would put them in the driver's seat. But to do it, they'll have to get a result against Germany, which has been one of women's soccer's longtime powers. Zambia recap The path […]
Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 81 days agoUSA vs New Zealand preview: Olympics at stake for Americans
The USA will have to play to survive in the Olympics when it battles New Zealand in the second match of the men's tournament in Paris. After falling to France in their opener, they are last in the group. A loss to the Kiwis would all but ensure a group-stage exit. A win, however, would […]
Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 83 days agoUSA vs Zambia: USWNT hunt Olympic redemption in Paris 2024
After disappointing at the last two Olympics, the USA women are looking to redeem themselves in Paris, and that starts against Zambia. The USWNT has only failed to appear in the gold medal game twice. It just so happens to have been their two most recent Olympics. To add to the poor results in major […]
Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 84 days agoFrance vs USA preview: Olympics begin for US men's soccer team
The USA men have qualified for the Olympics for the first time since 2008, but it faces a major task when it takes on host nation France. The first of three group-stage games can set the tone for the rest of the Olympic soccer tournament. Additionally, these significant games against top opposition are important for […]
Gregg Berhalter
/ 106 days agoUSA vs Uruguay preview: A game to reach the Copa knockouts
If the loss against Panama was any preview of the USA, Monday night's game against Uruguay will be a wild struggle. It is not just the USMNT's last chance to advance in the Copa America. Monday night's game could be the last meaningful contest against teams outside North America until the 2026 World Cup. Should […]
Copa America 2024
/ 109 days agoGregg Berhalter's time is up as coach
Gregg Berhalter has broken the US Men's National Team (USMNT). If there was any doubt before, it should all be gone now. Following the 2-1 loss to Panama in the Copa America, it's clear that Berhalter's time is up as coach of the national team. A crowd of 59,145 was on hand Thursday night at […]
Copa America 2024
/ 111 days agoUSA vs Panama preview: Americans on verge of quarter-finals
The USMNT got their Copa America campaign off to a decent start. With a 2-0 win over Bolivia, the US sits second in the group. Now they must get ready for a game against Panama. The Panamanians have caused some problems for the US of late, but a win for the Americans would likely send […]
Copa America 2024
/ 115 days agoUSA vs. Bolivia Copa America preview
It's go-time for the United States Men's Team (USMNT). For the first time since 2016, they will be playing in the Copa America. It could be the last time this group of players is able to test themselves against quality opposition before the 2026 World Cup. They'll be opening the competition against Bolivia in Texas. […]