Three of the four games during this June window have gone quite well for the USMNT. First, Cincinnati hosted a solid 3-0 friendly win over World Cup-bound Morocco. Then, there was a 0-0 friendly draw with quality South American side Uruguay in Kansas City. After that game, the mentality change slightly. Friendlies finished, and competitive […]

USA vs Grenada is on TV in the United States Friday, June 10, in both English- and Spanish-language coverage. In the United States, coverage of the CONCACAF Nations League bounces around. For the most part, coverage airs on Paramount+. That is, at least, the case for any nation that is not the United States. In […]

It is the biggest red flag for what is the most promising batch of USMNT talent ever. A clinical, reliable and efficient striker is the biggest fault in what is an otherwise strong United States side. Looking elsewhere across a potential starting XI, depth is actually something of a strong suit. A CONCACAF Nations League […]

The final series of home games prior to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar got off to a flying start for the US as they were resounding 3-0 winners against a Morocco team that will also be in Qatar this November. It saw Brendan Aaronson open the scoring, Tim Weah get back into form, and […]

The upcoming USMNT friendly against Morocco begins preparations for the 2022 World Cup. In a normal World Cup year, late May and very early June have specific roles. Nations announce squads, make last-minute preparations and send the sides off with a slew of send-off games. This year, the World Cup is in Qatar. The blisteringly […]

After failing to qualify for the World Cup in 2017, the U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT) faced a reality check. The first goal, and the only goal in the wake of that game against Trinidad & Tobago, was to get back to the World Cup. Prior to Russia 2018, the U.S. qualified for every World […]

Orlando (World Soccer Talk) — The U.S. and a dominant offense looked revamped on Sunday night following Thursday night's drab draw against its biggest rival, Mexico. In Mexico City, the U.S. failed to convert several chances in front of goal at the Estadio Azteca. Now, the World Cup party is in full swing following a demolition […]

The USMNT squad depth is a hot talking point, only put further under the microscope recently. With the United States on the verge of qualifying got the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, major names are missing from the team sheet. Brenden Aaronson, Weston McKennie, Sergiño Dest and Matt Turner, who all played major roles throughout […]

The USMNT plays Canada in what is perhaps the most important game of World Cup qualifying this cycle. On Thursday night, the U.S. stuck to its winning ways as they once again found a way to win. In spite of a somewhat lackluster performance, Antonee Robinson's goal pushed the U.S. past El Salvador, 1-0. But, […]

Preview: Lawrence Dockery breaks down the national team's final game as the USMNT hosts Bosnia & Herzegovina on Saturday, December 18. This year was remarkable for the USMNT. It won the Nations League and the Gold Cup, edging rivals Mexico in both finals. Also the U.S. currently stands in second in the Octagonal attempting to […]

Some things in life are just meant to be. After Friday night’s 2-0 win by the US over Mexico, it certainly seems like Dos a Cero is one of them. The U.S. played home World Cup Qualifiers against Mexico in the state of Ohio a total of six times. The first five occurred in Columbus, […]

The October round of World Cup Qualifying for the USMNT was better than the September round of World Cup Qualifying. First off, Gregg Berhalter's squad earned six points as compared to five in September. Also, after two draws and a win, the USMNT looked more comfortable with two wins. Although, the matchday five loss to […]

September’s round of three World Cup Qualifying games netted the US Men's National Team (USMNT) five out of a possible nine points. Realistically, it is not a terrible set of results. Especially when taken into account the fact that two of the three games occurred on the road in hostile Central American stadiums. But, U.S. […]

Two untimely draws set the USMNT on the back foot to open CONCACAF qualifying. However, a vital victory against Honduras powered by a dominant second-half performance Wednesday night may right the ship. Take it from someone who knows what it takes to get the greatest tournament in sport. Qualifying in CONCACAF is not easy. Bruce […]

The Los Angeles Galaxy began the 2009 season at best as a team in transition, at worst as a team in turmoil. Despite initial problems, the Galaxy now stands only one game from winning the Western Conference. After dispatching city rival Chivas USA in what could only be called the "Battle of Los Angeles", the […]