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USMNT legend Michael Bradley to be honored by U.S. Soccer ahead of September friendly against South Korea

U.S. Soccer will recognize one of its most accomplished players when Bradley is celebrated in a special ceremony before the USMNT face South Korea

  • Bradley earned 151 caps during his international career
  • Captained the national team 48 times
  • Bradley won two Gold Cup titles
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    WHAT HAPPENED

    U.S. Soccer announced plans to honor Michael Bradley's extraordinary contributions to American soccer with a formal pregame ceremony when the men's national team hosts South Korea in September at Sports Illustrated Stadium. The recognition comes following Bradley's retirement from professional soccer in 2023 after a career that saw him amass 151 international appearances, placing him behind only Cobi Jones and Landon Donovan on the all-time caps list.

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  • WHAT THE USMNT POSTED

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Bradley's recognition reflects U.S. Soccer's initiative to formally acknowledge players who have made exceptional contributions to the national team program. The federation has established specific criteria for this honor, requiring players to have earned at least 100 caps and appeared on rosters for two world championships, including World Cups or Olympic Games.

    He has local ties to the match as he hails from Princeton and currently coaches the Red Bulls II, and the first team plays at Sports Illustrated Stadium. 

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    WHAT’S NEXT?

    Bradley will be celebrated before the USMNT begins its preparations for the 2026 World Cup with the friendly against South Korea.