The Latest Breaking News from US Soccer

Key Mauricio Pochettino Ally Exits U.S. Soccer—What Does This Mean for USMNT, World Cup?

U.S. Soccer Federation announced the sudden departure of sporting director Matt Crocker just two months ahead of the World Cup.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 14

US Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker quits just two months before World Cup

The shock departure comes only two months before the US co-hosts the World Cup

The Independent UK · Apr 14

US Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker leaves for role with Saudi Arabia as World Cup looms

Crocker hired Emma Hayes and Mauricio Pochettino to their respective roles as national team coaches

The Guardian - US · Apr 14

‘Devastated and Angry’ —How a Shocking USMNT Decision Led Jesse Marsch to Canada

The former Premier League manager turned down a job with Leicester City with hopes of the USMNT role.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 20

Ranking Every USMNT World Cup Kit From 1930 to 2026

The USMNT has a long history with the FIFA World Cup, having been one of the tournament’s inaugural participants.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 17

Fans compare US Soccer’s new World Cup kit with Where’s Waldo

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The Independent UK · Mar 17

U.S Soccer releases new World Cup kit. Fans have thoughts

‘The Waldo remix,’ joked one onlooker

The Independent UK · Mar 16

World Cup Champion Poised to Shape Defining Era of U.S. Soccer in Unopposed Election—Report

Cindy Parlow Cone has led U.S. Soccer since 2020 and will lead the organization through the 2026 World Cup, 2028 Olympics and potentially 2031 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 1

Michele Kang’s largesse for women’s football leaves Fifa open to bias claims

The multi-club owner’s sponsorship of Champions Cup creates a conflict of interest, whatever her motivation

The Guardian - UK · Jan 26

Road to World Cup 2026: USMNT’s Four Best Players of the Week—Ranked

Tim Weah scored his second goal of the season after calling out World Cup ticket prices earlier in the week.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 19