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Lalas: Aaronson's form is pushing him back in USMNT picture

Brenden Aaronson’s strong run of form reached new heights with a goal in Leeds United’s 2-1 victory over West Ham, earning plaudits from USMNT legend Alexi Lalas. The FOX Sports analyst praised Aaronson’s steady improvement and work ethic, saying the midfielder has played his way back into U.S. manager Mauricio Pochettino’s plans.

FIFA launches second phase of ticket sales for '26 World Cup

FIFA began the second phase of World Cup ticket sales on Monday, putting one million tickets into a randomized draw that runs through Friday and includes a domestic priority window for residents of the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Fans worldwide can enter the draw but those in the three host countries who are selected will receive an exclusive time slot.

2025 Concordia Annual Summit - September 24

Ahead of World Cup, US Soccer nets highest revenue since 2017

US Soccer generated $263.7 million in revenue during 2025, a 37-percent increase over 2024 and the highest in eight years, according to the federation's annual financial report. The 2017 totals were tied to the hosting of the 2016 Copa America. The 2025 figures point to the buzz for next year's World Cup, with a majority of matches in the U.S.

'It's obviously been a whirlwind' - Freese embraces the chaos

GOAL sat down with the U.S. goalkeeper to discuss his eventful year, MLS playoffs and why he rejects complacency

United States v Ecuador - International Friendly

AC Milan ask USMNT not to call up Pulisic

AC Milan have reportedly asked USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino to omit star player Christian Pulisic from his upcoming squad. The Serie A side want the winger to finalise his recovery in Milan to be fit for the derby match against Inter, as manager Massimiliano Allegri seeks to finally deploy Pulisic in attack alongside Rafael Leao in the crucial fixture.

Tim Weah, Weston McKennie, Brenden Aaronson

Americans Abroad: Aaronson sends statement, Weah assists

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including Aaronson's first Premier League goal in 3 years

Seattle Sounders v Inter Miami CF - Leagues Cup Final

'He doubled down on himself' - Wynalda backs Roldan for USMNT

Former USMNT star Eric Wynalda endorsed Cristian Roldan’s place in the USMNT picture, arguing the 30-year-old Seattle Sounders midfielder brings personality, resilience and a veteran attitude. Wynalda said Roldan’s temperament and work ethic indicated he is unlikely to fold under the pressure of the World Cup stage.

PSV Eindhoven v FC Shakhtar Donetsk - UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD5

Gomez: Pepi must build on Champions League performance

Former U.S. striker Herculez Gomez believes Ricardo Pepi’s goal and assist in PSV Eindhoven’s 6-2 Champions League win over Napoli should spark a consistent run, urging the forward to keep pushing for a place with both club and country. Pepi has had inconsistent playing time this season due to injury, scoring two goals in six Eredivisie appearances.

Report: USMNT's Cardoso returns to training ahead of Betis clash

Johnny Cardoso returned to group training on Saturday, giving Atlético de Madrid a boost ahead of Monday’s La Liga clash with Real Betis. The American midfielder, sidelined by an ankle problem last week, joined the squad for the opening portion of the session at Cerro del Espino as he continues his gradual return to full fitness.

WATCH: Leeds' Aaronson nets second career Premier League goal

Brenden Aaronson netted his first Premier League goal of the season on Friday as he scored just three minutes into Leeds United's clash with West Ham. It marked Aaronson's second career Premier League goal, with his first coming all the way back in 2022 against Chelsea. The goal was a scrappy one as Aaronson put himself into the right place at the right time.

Rangers FC v Celtic FC - William Hill Premiership

Celtic's Carter-Vickers out 3-5 months with Achilles injury

U.S. international Cameron Carter-Vickers will miss three to five months after sustaining an Achilles injury, Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers said on Friday. The injury is believed to have occurred Thursday in a Europa League match against Sturm Graz. The injury could jeopardize Carter-Vickers' changes of making the USMNT World Cup roster.

Americans Abroad: PSV's Pepi rides UCL momentum

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including Pepi and PSV riding stunning a Champions League win

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Mauricio Pochettino, Tim Weah, Brian White

USMNT Rondo: Which players are capitalizing on club chances?

GOAL US writers discuss the biggest USMNT developments as Mauricio Pochettino continues the build up to 2026 World Cup

Cone named to Forbes America's Most Powerful Women in 2025

U.S. Soccer President Cindy Parlow Cone has been named to Forbes’ America’s Most Powerful Women in Sports list for 2025, recognizing her leadership and influence across U.S. athletics. She ranked No. 14 in the 25-person list. The honor comes as Cone guides the federation through major structural reforms and preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil.

USMNT star Pulisic backed to become a ‘leader’ at AC Milan

USMNT star Christian Pulisic is being backed by AC Milan legend Marcel Desailly to become a “leader” for the Serie A heavyweights. An unfortunate injury is keeping the American forward sidelined at present, but he has offered enough across his time in Italy to convince a World Cup winner that he can put his “amazing talent” to good use on a regular basis.

FIFA warned pricing 'working-class fans' out will backfire

FIFA’s ticket pricing for the 2026 World Cup is sparking controversy as New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani calls out dynamic pricing that risks excluding working-class fans. The Arsenal supporter wants fixed ticket prices, resale caps and local allocations to ensure the tournament is accessible, tying the fight to his broader campaign for affordability and fairness in New York City.

Mauricio Pochettino, Folarin Balogun, Cristian Roldan

Talking Tactics: Poch's concessions could yield results

A pair of October friendlies showed that Pochettino's side have a reliable system - and World Cup success could follow

'Communicate and fight' - Speech highlights Poch's passion

USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino detailed his philosophy for constructing a competitive national team roster, emphasizing the process as he prepares the team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He highlighted the importance of evaluation before implementing plans designed to foster internal competition and maximize player development.

Dest benched for disciplinary breach as Bosz fumes at USMNT star

USMNT star Sergino Dest was dropped to the bench for PSV's impressive Champions League win over Napoli after arriving late for the match. Manager Peter Bosz explained why he had been left out of his starting XI after the 6-2 victory and was critical of the defender, making it clear he is trying to uphold high standards at the Eredivisie side as he bids to win silverware this season.

Howard voices concerns over Pulisic’s injury, Milan’s stance

Former USMNT goalkeeper Tim Howard raised questions over AC Milan’s reluctance to release Christian Pulisic for the upcoming November international break following his injury. He suggested that the club’s handling of Pulisic’s hamstring injury could be a strategic move to limit the forward's availability for Mauricio Pochettino's next camp.

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U.S. icon McBride appointed GM of USL's Brooklyn Football Club

Brooklyn Football Club announced the appointment of U.S. soccer icon Brian McBride as General Manager, marking a significant milestone as the club builds toward its USL Championship debut in 2026. McBride will oversee all sporting operations for both the men's and women's teams, from roster construction, staffing, and performance analytics to long-term player development.

Frequently asked questions

: West Ham United were founded in 1895 as Thames Ironworks F.C, later renamed to West Ham United in 1900.
: British businessman David Sullivan owns 38.8% stake in the club and co-owns West Ham with David Kretinsky of 1890s Holdings (27%), Vanessa Gold of Family Trust (25.1%), J. Albert Smith of WHU LLC (8%) and other investors (1.1%).
: West Ham United play all their home games at the London Stadium, moving from their former home venue Boleyn Ground in 2016, which served the club's base for over a century. There are plans to expand London Stadium's capacity to 67,000.
: The London Stadium has a capacity of 62,500, making it London's fourth-largest stadium.
: West Ham have won five major honours during their history, which includes three FA Cups as well as the 2022-23 UEFA Conference League.
: West Ham United have never won the English top-flight. Their best-ever finish was third position in the 1985-86 season of the-then English first division.
: Former English defender Billy Bonds is West Ham's leading appearance maker of all-time, featuring for the club in 799 games across 21 seasons.
: With 326 goals in 505 games, Vic Watson is the greatest goalscorer in the history of West Ham United.
: Bobby Moore, Frank Lampard, Rio Ferdinand, Michael Carrick, Joe Cole and Mark Noble are among West Ham's biggest-ever stars, with the London side also famously once managing to lure Argentina internationals Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano to the club.
: Avram Grant, Alan Pardew, David Moyes, Gianfranco Zola, and Manuel Pellegrini are among the most acclaimed managers to have been at the helm for West Ham United.
: West Ham United are nicknamed The Irons and The Hammers, a reference to the club's first name, Thames Ironworks F.C.

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