Before the World Cup break, Philly was bottom of MLS. Now? Enjoying the hottest stretch in league history. Go inside the transformation

Cherundolo is tasked with getting the U.S. U-23s onto the medal podium on home soil in 2028. He lays out his vision for the Olympic team

Gio Reyna's resurgence under Mauricio Pochettino has led to a place of calm consistency with the USMNT

Before a landmark moment vs. Mexico came initiation, visualization and manifestation of a lifelong dream for the U.S.'s 'warrior' talent

With lofty comparisons to Sergio Busquets and a work ethic that was crafted early, the 17-year-old comes off as a can't-miss prospect

The center back prospect is gaining notice for his rapid improvement and strong play — not just his lofty 6-foot-7 frame.

Sullivan, who turns 17 on Monday, is being given an immediate test at the senior international level by Mauricio Pochettino

Those closest to the precocious teenager tell tales about how he readied himself for a national — and possibly soon to be global — spotlight

Banks accepted one call-up to a senior USMNT camp last fall, but declined to commit his future to the U.S. ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

The start of a new World Cup cycle is here, and for the first time in a while, there's potential for significant change among the U.S. ranks

Changes are afoot in the way U.S. Soccer sets up its hierarchy, affecting both the men's and women's national teams

U.S. Soccer makes a move that may reform America's youth soccer landscape

Gianni Infantino seems to exist independently of FIFA rather than as an extension of it, doing with the game whatever he believes is right

Pochettino's previous contract expired after the 2026 World Cup, but U.S. Soccer is bringing back the Argentine manager for another cycle

The FIFA president's plans to sell off a stake in the World Cup has been met with widespread disapproval throughout the sport

Pochettino and the U.S. federation have been in talks since the Americans exited the 2026 World Cup in the round of 16

Plenty aspects of the 2026 World Cup were utterly American or catered to an American audience. Will any of the changes stick?

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There's no denying a landmark World Cup will leave an indelible mark on America. But what will be its legacy? And who will it galvanize?

Amid anxiety over how the United States would welcome the world, cities like Lawrence, Kan., and Boston threw open their doors. The bonds forged are still visible on the streets.

Norway’s Erling Haaland is one of soccer’s most fearsome and competitive stars. He grew up in a place where winning and losing hardly mattered.

USMNT's World Cup ouster has plenty focused on the country's youth development system, a complex —and costly — element in a bigger picture

The USMNT star will be sidelined for several weeks but not months, multiple people briefed on the diagnosis told The Athletic.

Insiders reveal the story of a campaign that united the nation, sparked global controversy and ended in familiar heartache

Insiders reveal the story of a campaign that united the nation, sparked global controversy and ended in familiar heartache

American players were left stunned by how suddenly their World Cup dreams evaporated

Ever since being sent off, Folarin Balogun has done nothing wrong. But now he's been thrust into the heart of a World Cup circus

The USMNT star has been thrust into a big spotlight with the controversy surrounding a red card. He's chosen to handle it with grace

The USMNT will be without its top striker for a marquee match. It's not the first time Mauricio Pochettino has encountered that challenge

The second free-kick goal in USMNT World Cup history cemented the team's place in the last 16. Here's what went into the all-time moment

The USMNT has played deeper into a World Cup before, but for this team, doing what it's done on home soil, no opportunity has been bigger

Follow live updates as the U.S. and Bosnia face off in a captivating knockout clash in Santa Clara.

In order to prepare for the possibility of World Cup penalty kicks, Mauricio Pochettino and his staff have taken a unique approach

The U.S. star has been limited by injury at the World Cup, but he has declared himself ready to go 90 or even 120 minutes, if called for

Mastering the dark arts — but knowing where the line is — has been part of the USMNT's reformed identity

If you entertain the possibility that the U.S. can go on an unprecedented run, this is what it will look like

Any decisions will be deferred until after the 2026 tournament, where the USMNT is into the knockout stage.

Follow live as the U.S. looks to win its third group game at the tournament.