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'I know what I can do' - Tillman on Leverkusen breakout, WC push

EXCLUSIVE: Tillman speaks with GOAL about his growth, new pressure at Leverkusen, and his USMNT World Cup ambitions.

Americans Abroad: Tillman remains dominant, McKennie is on fire

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including McKennie scoring, again, for Juventus in an important victory.

Americans Abroad: Wild day of UCL group finales for USMNT stars

GOAL takes a look at how American soccer's stars fared on a chaotic final day of the group stage

Americans Abroad: What's at stake for U.S. stars in Champs League?

The Champions League, Europa League and Conference League are back and GOAL breaks down what's at stake for Americans playing in the competitions.

Americans Abroad: Pepi scores again, McKennie delivers

GOAL reviews the weekend’s top Americans Abroad performances as Pepi keeps scoring and McKennie, Malik Tillman, and Brenden Aaronson impress.

State of the USMNT - Attacking Midfield: Pulisic remains key

With the 2026 World Cup just months away, GOAL looks at the state of the attacking players vying for spots next summer.

Americans Abroad: Can anyone stop Christian Pulisic?

Pulisic is chasing a first league title, Balogun is delivering in Europe, and Brenden Aaronson is fighting relegation - GOAL breaks down the biggest Americans Abroad storylines across Europe this weekend.

USMNT's Tillman scores and assists in Leverkusen's win

U.S. international Malik Tillman capped a sweeping Bayer Leverkusen move in the 33rd minute at Volkswagen Arena, racing onto a threaded pass before holding off a defender and finishing calmly past the goalkeeper. The well-taken strike - his third of the 2025–26 Bundesliga season - completed a scintillating team sequence that began deep in Leverkusen’s half. Die Werkself won 3–1.

Americans Abroad: Christian Pulisic set for AC Milan return

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including reports of Pulisic's return for AC Milan.

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Tillman reveals World Cup dreams drove his Leverkusen move

USMNT midfielder Malik Tillman opened up about how the upcoming 2026 World Cup influenced his $40 million summer transfer to Bayer Leverkusen, stressing the importance of playing at the highest level in Europe to secure his place in Mauricio Pochettino's squad. Tillman transferred to Leverkusen in July after a standout season at PSV.

USMNT star Tillman in ‘do more’ admission after €35m transfer

USMNT star Malik Tillman admits that he has to “do more” on the back of his €35 million (£31m/$41m) transfer to Bayer Leverkusen. The 23-year-old midfielder has opened his goal account for new employers, with his best position being explained, but acknowledges the need to deliver end product after being acquired by Bundesliga giants to provide a creative spark.

Tillman scores in Leverkusen's draw against Reyna, Gladbach

USMNT midfielder Malik Tillman found the net as Bayer Leverkusen battled Borussia Monchengladbach to a 1-1 draw in a Bundesliga clash on Sunday. The former PSV man broke open an otherwise drab affair with a tidy finish inside the box after 70 minutes. Fellow midfielder Gio Reyna came off the bench for Gladbach but was largely ineffective.

Leverkusen vs Gladbach portrait of Tillman's rise, Reyna's fall

Sunday's matchup between the two USMNT players paints a portrait of Tillman's rise, Reyna's fall under Mauricio Pochettino

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Meola favors Tillman over Reyna for USMNT's No. 10 position

As Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Monchengladbach set square off this weekend, Malik Tillman and Gio Reyna will face each other on opposite sides - a timely backdrop for a debate within the USMNT. Tony Meola says he remains a “Gio fan” when both are at their best, but says Tillman’s recent rise gives him the edge in the race for the No. 10 role going forward.