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United States v Ecuador - International Friendly

USMNT, Mexico hold steady in world rankings, Canada drops

Spain have strengthened their grip atop the FIFA men's world rankings following the October international window, with the three North American World Cup co-hosts having mixed fortunes. The USMNT remained No. 16 and Mexico held steady at No. 14, while Canada dropped two positions to 28th in the latest rankings by football's governing body.

MLS Decision Day: Messi, Luna, Aaronson jockey for position

MLS Decision Day rarely lacks drama, and this year two young USMNT players will fight to keep their seasons alive

Weston McKennie, Chris Richards, Tim Weah

Americans Abroad: Can McKennie build on positive USMNT camp?

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including a Premier League matchup of USMNT stars

Gonzalo Segares, Mathis Albert, Cavan Sullivan

Sullivan, Albert headline U.S. squad for U17 World Cup

Cavan Sullivan and Mathis Albert are among the headliners on a 21-player squad that will represent the United States in the upcoming U17 World Cup. Gonzalo Segares announced his squad on Thursday, and it includes plenty of firepower, headlined by the Philadelphia Union midfielder and the rising Borussia Dortmund star. The roster features players from 15 clubs.

'Premature to take a victory lap' - Gomez unconvinced by Poch

Mic'd Up: The former national team star says the USMNT are far from a finished product under Pochettino, even as squad starts to find form

Malik Tillman, Folarin Balogun, Tanner Tessmann

USMNT World Cup roster projection: Poch narrows focus

With the World Cup just eight months away, GOAL looks at how the U.S. squad might look next summer

United States v Australia - International Friendly

'He is a big, big winner' - Lalas praises Wright's double

Former USMNT star Alexi Lalas praised Haji Wright following the striker's match-winning brace against Australia, calling it a defining performance that establishes the Coventry City forward in Mauricio Pochettino's plans for the 2026 World Cup. Wright scored both goals in the USMNT's 2-1 victory over Australia on Tuesday night.

Haji Wright, Tanner Tessmann, Cristian Roldan

USMNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Wright, Tessmann seize moment

The USMNT boss has a roster emerging that he can trust, with several playing their way into - or out of - World Cup contention

Wright stars as Pochettino's tactics take shape for USMNT

The challenges of September are in the rearview mirror, as Wright scored twice and the U.S. dominated possession to beat Australia

Haji has the Wright stuff, as brace punctuates USMNT's 2-1 win

The Coventry City striker took charge when his national team needed him most, scoring once in each half to seal important win

Atlanta's Guzan announces retirement after 2025 season

Atlanta United goalkeeper and former USMNT stalwart Brad Guzan announced that he will retire following the conclusion of the 2025 MLS season. Guzan’s decision marks the end of a distinguished career that included 64 caps for the USMNT, a key role in Atlanta United’s formative years, and a significant tenure in both MLS and the English Premier League.

Cremaschi rises, yet another let down against Morocco by U.S.

The U.S. have been knocking at the door, but what needs to change to finally open it? That question remains after another exit

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'Getting opportunities' - Trusty lobbies for USMNT minutes

U.S. international Auston Trusty says he’s in some of the best form of his career, even after missing out on several national team call-ups. Determined to prove he deserves a spot among the U.S. centerbacks, Trusty - appearing on GOAL's The Rondo - noted positive differences between USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino and former boss Gregg Berhalter.

Mauricio Pochettino, Christian Pulisic, Diego Luna

The Rondo: Takeaways from Ecuador draw, Aussie predictions

GOAL US writers debate result against Ecuador and whether Mauricio Pochettino should make changes ahead of tricky Aussie match

Quiet off the pitch, expect Balogun to make noise at World Cup

EXCLUSIVE: With a unique career trajectory, Balogun just might be the player to define the USMNT run to the World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino, Weston McKennie, Tim Weah

USMNT keys: Pulisic's health, right roles for McKennie, Weah

Tactically, Mauricio Pochettino seems to have figured out the player pool - now it's about deciding who fits best in the system

Mauricio Pochettino, Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun

Poch has defined USMNT culture - and showed how he can win

The USMNT boss largely stacked his lineup against Ecuador, and got a glimpse into what a successful World Cup run could look like

Gomez hails Balogun's breakout performance against Ecuador

Folarin Balogun’s performance in a 1-1 draw with Ecuador marked his true breakthrough moment with the USMNT, according to ESPN analyst Herculez Gomez. The former USMNT forward praised Balogun’s intelligent movement and composed finishing, saying the display cemented his place as the frontrunner for the starting striker role heading into the 2026 World Cup.

Lalas challenges U.S. U20 team to surpass previous generation

Former USMNT star Alexi Lalas has tempered expectations after the United States’ impressive 3-0 victory over Italy in the Round of 16 at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup. Lalas acknowledged the achievement but emphasized that American youth teams have reached similar stages before. The U.S. secured their fifth straight trip the quarterfinals.

Lalas praises Luna's USMNT impact in Ecuador cameo

Former USMNT star Alexi Lalas praised midfielder Diego Luna for his substitute appearance against Ecuador in a 1-1 draw on Friday, highlighting the Real Salt Lake star’s unique flair and presence in midfield. Lalas noted that Luna offers a different look than No. 10 Malik Tillman, bringing a commanding touch to the U.S. attack.

Balogun stakes claim, Poch's tactics start to take shape

Mauricio Pochettino insisted that the USMNT would present the best version of themselves in the October friendlies after months of experimentation. If Friday night is any indication, the manager was true to his word, as the U.S. turned in a confident performance against Ecuador, one of South America's best teams, salvaging a 1-1 draw.

Balogun knocks and knocks and finally scores, salvaging draw

The U.S. controlled much of the match against a World Cup team, eventually getting the equalizer - but should have earned more

The United States of Soccer: Best players from each region

GOAL ranks the top soccer players from each of the country's four regions, including USMNT players both past and present

Millwall v Coventry City - Sky Bet Championship

Lalas tempers expectations for Wright despite recent form

U.S. international Haji Wright is back with the national team after being left out of the September squad, thanks to his strong recent form. The Coventry City forward sits among the Championship’s top scorers with eight goals. Yet U.S. icon Alexi Lalas cautions that club form - especially in England’s second tier - doesn’t always translate to international success.

Cremaschi sparks U.S. U20 upset of Italy to make quarterfinals

The U.S. U20 men’s national team had a commanding performance on Thursday, defeating Italy 3-0 to advance to the quarterfinals of the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile. Parma midfielder Benjamin Cremaschi extended his strong scoring form at the tournament with a brace, while San Jose Earthquakes’ Niko Tsakiris added a brilliant free kick.

Christian Pulisic, Matt Freese, Weston McKennie

USMNT Starting XI: Pulisic uncertain, McKennie returns

With the World Cup looming and some injuries impacting training, Mauricio Pochettino challenged to put puzzle together

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