The date of July 4 may not mean much to us here in Blighty.
But across the pond it is of course Independence Day. And it is worth looking at how the United States' impact on the Premier League has been gradual over the years. From just a single American in the inaugural campaign to the prominence of players such as Christian Pulisic and coaches like Jesse Marsch, the perception of the States' relationship with football has changed vastly over the years.
Of course, later this year England will meet the USA in their World Cup group, hoping to erase memories of a forgettable 1-1 draw between the two sides back at the 2010 World Cup. With that in mind, Mirror Football takes a look at all 49 Americans to have played in the Premier League - and ranks the top five.
