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U.S. Soccer has unveiled the federation's new kits that will be worn by the U.S. men's national team at this summer's World Cup. The two kits, nicknamed the "Stars" and "Stripes" kit will be debuted this month in Atlanta for the USMNT's friendlies. Both kits will be worn across all 27 U.S. Soccer National Teams.

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including another goal from the star No. 9.

Weston McKennie has established himself as one of the most reliable performers for Juventus this season, a far cry from the period when he seemed destined for a permanent exit. The American midfielder has reflected on his resilience and the mental strength required to fight for his place in the Bianconeri starting XI when the club’s hierarchy had other plans.

AC Milan have reportedly decided to place contract renewal negotiations with Christian Pulisic on standby, choosing to wait until the conclusion of the 2025-26 campaign before making their next move. While the USMNT talisman remains a fundamental part of the Rossoneri project, the hierarchy at San Siro is in no rush to finalise a new long-term agreement as the season reaches its business end.

The Iranian football federation has issued a defiant response to Donald Trump after the United States president suggested their presence at the 2026 World Cup would be "inappropriate" for their own safety. Tensions have reached a breaking point following the commencement of military strikes in the region, leaving Team Melli’s participation in the upcoming tournament on American soil unlikely.

GOAL Exclusive: Chris Richards reflects on the journey he once thought was impossible, the bond inside the USMNT and the life-changing opportunity ahead.

GOAL continues its Meet the USMNT series by examining the ongoing debate surrounding the team's most hard-to-assess star.

The U.S. Men's National Team will be based in the city of Irvine during the World Cup, having selected the Great Park as the team's official base camp. The U.S. will train at the Great Park Championship Soccer Stadium, home of USL Championship side Orange County SC.

The president of the Iranian Football Federation has once again questioned the men's national team's participation in the World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

GOAL takes a look at which players could feature in March, and which will need to cross their fingers for one more chance at a World Cup spot

Weston McKennie has told GOAL what leadership means to him, as a captaincy candidate with Juventus and the USMNT, while discussing the kind of characters that he likes to work alongside. The all-action midfielder is enjoying a productive 2026, with a new contract being signed in Turin, and is counting down the days to a home World Cup on American soil.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino insists the 2026 World Cup will be a flawless global celebration, brushing aside mounting anxieties over escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Despite the USA and Israel conflict with Iran disrupting football calendars, causing widespread visa chaos, and forcing Iraq to request a delay, FIFA remains solely focused on record ticket sales.

U.S. Men's National Team head coach Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly a candidate to take over as Real Madrid manager ahead of the 2026-27 season. Real Madrid is currently led by Alvaro Arbeloa, who took on the job earlier this year, but the club has reportedly already begun assessing options for a coaching hire in the summer.