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From pro-rel to media rights - Takeaways from Berg’s first presser

Incoming MLS commissioner Larry Berg addressed the league’s future, media rights, youth development, and promotion-relegation during his introductory press conference.

Why Pochettino’s USMNT return is a costly gamble

Pochettino delivered a respectable home World Cup, but his club ambitions and the USMNT’s history with second-cycle coaches make his new deal a major risk.

USMNT's Arfsten finalizes $7.5m Boro transfer

Middlesbrough have finalized an agreement to sign U.S. men's national team and Columbus Crew defender Max Arfsten. Sources told GOAL last week that the deal is worth up to $7.5 million. The move to the Championship club sees Arfsten link up with USMNT teammates Sebastian Berhalter and Aidan Morris, both of whom are also Crew products.

Sources: RSL's Gozo nears $15 million move to Palace

Rising star Zavier Gozo is close to finalizing a move to Crystal Palace, GOAL can confirm. The Premier League club is deep in talks to sign the Real Salt Lake winger/wingback, with the deal expected to include a transfer fee in the range of $15 million. The teenager has been linked with several top European clubs in recent months, but Palace are close to finalizing a move that would see him make his next step in England.

World Cup star in Trump controversy could join Tottenham

United States international Folarin Balogun has emerged as a shock transfer target for Tottenham Hotspur following his highly publicised World Cup controversy. The Monaco forward, who found himself at the centre of a bizarre red card scandal involving Donald Trump, could now make a sensational return to the Premier League as Roberto De Zerbi looks to rebuild his squad.

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USMNT to face Peru, Chile, Canada and Mexico in fall friendlies

U.S. Soccer has announced the U.S. Men's National Team's upcoming fall friendlies, which will be the team's first matches of the 2030 World Cup cycle. To start that cycle, the U.S. will start with matches against Peru and Chile before facing local rivals Mexico and Canada in the final two games of the new four-game window.

USMNT's Reyna completes transfer to Strasbourg from Gladbach

U.S. Men's National Team midfielder Gio Reyna has officially signed with Strasbourg, the Ligue 1 club announced on Tuesday. The move sees Reyna join his fourth club in as many years as the 23-year-old American star looks to get his career back on track by earning more minutes in France's top flight.

‘This is a new start’ - Pochettino’s USMNT blueprint for 2030

Mauricio Pochettino is back. From tougher standards to fresh faces, here’s how he plans to reshape the USMNT.

The Rondo: Did USMNT make the right decision on Pochettino?

U.S. Soccer have brought the USMNT manager back with a four-year contract that will see him lead the team for potentially three major tournaments - but is it the right call?

Pochettino returns to USMNT on new deal through 2030 World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to a new contract that will see him return as U.S. Men's National Team head coach for the 2030 World Cup cycle, U.S. Soccer has confirmed. The Argentine coach will return for his first full cycle after leading the USMNT to the Round of 16 at this past summer's World Cup.

'It's a new chapter' - Arfsten takes step forward with Boro

EXCLUSIVE: GOAL spoke with the American wingback about what comes next and why, after some time, he's ready to turn the page on his big summer

USMNT's Gio Reyna reportedly in talks with Strasbourg

Gio Reyna is reportedly in talks for a move to Ligue 1 side Strasbourg as the U.S. Men's National Team star looks set to leave Borussia Monchengladbach after just one season. Reyna was recently a member of the USMNT's World Cup squad but, despite an impressive performance at this summer's tournament, it appears the midfielder will be on the move before the start of the new season.

Five big questions facing Pochettino’s potential USMNT second act

With Mauricio Pochettino reportedly nearing a new deal through 2030, GOAL examines the player-pool decisions, expanded role and club links that could define his second USMNT cycle.

Mauricio Pochettino reportedly nearing new deal with USMNT

Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly close to agreeing a new contract that would see him be manager of the USMNT through the 2030 World Cup. Although nothing has been agreed, both parties are eager to get the deal over the line. Pochettino's initial contract ran out in August after he led the U.S. to their first World Cup knockout win since 2002.

'Moved the sport forward' - Taft on the World Cup's impact

Mic'd Up: Fox's Jenny Taft praised the camaraderie of the USMNT and insisted that the World Cup can be a launching pad for future soccer fans.

'Sorry you were so consumed by hate!' - Infantino blasts World Cup critics

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has hit back at his detractors in extraordinary fashion, claiming that those who criticised the 2026 World Cup were "consumed by hate." In a lengthy and defiant statement, the head of world football’s governing body defended the tournament’s legacy and urged his opponents to "meditate or pray" instead of spreading negativity.

USMNT Transfers: Berhalter heading to England, is Balogun next?

The USMNT Transfer Notebook tracks American player movements, with the latest developments for those in the U.S. National Team pool.

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Man Utd considering swoop for USMNT star Adams

Manchester United are reportedly weighing up a move for Bournemouth midfielder Tyler Adams as they look to add a third engine-room addition to their summer business. The USMNT international has emerged as a key target for the Red Devils, who are prioritising value for money after already committing significant funds to a major midfield overhaul.

How U.S. Soccer plans to change development and pay-to-play

As the book closes on the 2026 World Cup, the federation faces a new question: now what?

USA v Belgium: Round of 16 - FIFA World Cup 2026

USMNT's Berhalter to join Boro in $2m transfer from Whitecaps

U.S. Men's National Team midfielder Sebastian Berhalter is set to join Middlesbrough in a deal worth around $2 million, sources have confirmed to GOAL. Berhalter was entering the final six months of his contract with the Vancouver Whitecaps, who will get a fee for their star midfielder rather than see him walk for free at the end of his deal with the club.

Norway file complaint over Trump's role in Balogun red card debacle

The Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) is set to file a formal complaint over Donald Trump's political interference in rescinding Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card. President Lise Klaveness condemned FIFA's decision-making process, while US Soccer officials and Balogun himself reflected on the intense controversy that engulfed the tournament.