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Ryan Tolmich

American Soccer Correspondent

A journey that began in the pressbox at Morrone Stadium in Storrs, CT has brought Ryan all the way to the World Cup, with plenty of true American soccer chaos in between. A fan of both FIFA and Football Manager in equal measure, Ryan's love for the game truly began the first time he saw the damage Fernando Torres could do to opposing defenses. Ryan arrived at GOAL in 2018 and now covers all things American soccer, whether they happen in the U.S. or abroad.

Articles by Ryan Tolmich
  1. USMNT star McKennie signs new Juventus contract through 2030

    Weston McKennie isn’t going anywhere. After months of renewed speculation, the U.S. men’s national team midfielder has signed a new four-year contract with Juventus, committing to the Serie A side through 2030. McKennie had been set to become a free agent this summer, with interest building as his form surged, but Juventus have now moved decisively to secure one of their most versatile contributors for the long term.

  2. 'I'm very torn' - USMNT's Banks mulling over international future

    Noahkai Banks says he is "very torn" over his international future as he considers his opportunities with the U.S. men's national team and Germany. The teenage defender was in USMNT camp in the fall but did not earn a cap and remains eligible for either national team. Banks has also featured on various U.S. youth teams since 2023.

  1. GOAL's The Late Run with Ochocinco launches Feb. 26

    FootballCo and OchoCinco Productions have partnered to launch The Late Run with Ochocinco, a brand new weekly podcast hosted by NFL legend and diehard soccer fan Chad Johnson. The first season, which kicks off on Feb. 26, will feature a star-studded list of guests ranging from legends like Rio Ferdinand and Gerard Pique to rapper Rick Ross and comedian Bert Kreischer, all talking about their experience with the beautiful game.

  2. WATCH: McKennie scores to complete Juve's UCL comeback

    Weston McKennie was at the center of Juventus' three-goal comeback on Wednesday, scoring the third goal of that comeback against Galatasaray. McKennie's late finish leveled the aggregate scoreline of Wednesday's second leg of the Champions League's play-off round, but it wasn't enough as Galatasaray wrestled control back in extra time.

  3. MLS says Lionel Messi did not violate policy after review

    MLS has determined Lionel Messi did not breach league policy following an internal review of an incident that sparked speculation after Inter Miami’s season opener against LAFC. A video circulating on social media appeared to show Messi entering the referees’ locker room area, but MLS and the Professional Referee Organization confirmed the space was not restricted and that Messi did not access the officials’ premises.