On the surface, the two March losses, 2-5 to Belgium and 0-2 at the hands of Portugal, look like cause for concern. Pundits have been quick to question the U.S. Men’s National Team’s readiness for the 2026 World Cup, pointing to defensive lapses, missed chances, and a perceived gap in quality against elite opponents. But […]
The USMNT is ranked 15th in the latest FIFA World Rankings. Switzerland, ranked 19th, spanked us 4-0 a few weeks ago, so I know these rankings don’t always make sense and are mocked by many, but it does provide a general sense of the quality of the opponent. The September window sees us playing two […]
The FIFA U20 World Cup is two weeks away and the United States will look to go deep in the tournament with the team they put together. However, a few players will be denied the opportunity to play on the big stage in Argentina as their respective club teams have blocked their release, sparking controversy.
