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Meet the USMNT: Is Chris Richards the most important player?

GOAL continues its Meet the USMNT series by examining Richards' path to becoming a USMNT leader.

Americans Abroad: Agyemang, Wright steal headlines with winners

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including some important goals from two strikers in the Championship.

Americans Abroad: Can Pulisic rediscover his form at AC Milan?

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including Pulisic looking to get back on track against Lecce.

From making history to becoming a 'monster' - Why Richards won POTY

GOAL breaks down the five big reasons the central defender was American soccer's standout in 2025.

Richards named U.S. Soccer POTY after USMNT, Palace breakout

Chris Richards has been named U.S. Soccer's Male Player of the Year after a standout 2025 calendar year with both Crystal Palace and the U.S. Men's National Team. The central defender's award win comes in the first time he was nominated for the award, as he beat out Max Arfsten, Alex Freeman, Matt Freese, and Malik Tillman to this year's honors.

Americans Abroad: Concern for Pepi, Sargent on the move?

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including concern over Pepi after an injury and Folarin Balogun getting on the scoresheet.

USMNT Explained: Pulisic, Pochettino and why 2026 matters

GOAL takes a look at the U.S. team and where everything stands heading into a monumental 2026 World Cup.

Americans Abroad: Pulisic, Robinson kick off 2026 with big matches

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad in the first few games of 2026

CONCACAF 2025 rank: Pulisic, David battle Mexico's title winners

GOAL ranks the five best players across CONCACAF after a standout 2025.

Americans Abroad: Pulisic and Milan resume title pursuit

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including some big matches in England and Italy

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'Doesn’t look so bad' - Glasner eases concern over Richards injury

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner sought to ease concerns over Chris Richards after the U.S. international was stretchered off in Tuesday’s Carabao Cup quarterfinal loss to Arsenal, saying the ankle injury isn't too concerning and expressing optimism the defender could return in the new year. The 25-year-old is in the midst of a breakout campaign for the Eagles.