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Why McKennie’s finally happy ‘taking shirt off at the pool’

Weston McKennie has explained why he is finally happy taking his “shirt off at the pool”, with the USMNT star revealing changes that have been made to his physical conditioning at Juventus. Those tweaks behind the scenes should serve McKennie well with club and country as the countdown continues to a World Cup finals on home soil in the summer of 2026.

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Balogun builds on USMNT momentum by scoring goal for Monaco

After scoring for the U.S. men's national team during the international break, Folarin Balogun built on that momentum on the club level, scoring his side's only goal in Monaco's 1-1 draw with Angers. The strike is his second of the season, with the first coming back on Aug. 31. Les Monégasques now sit fifth in Ligue 1.

United States v Ecuador - International Friendly

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, 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

Milan furious at USMNT over Pulisic injury

Italian giants AC Milan are reportedly furious after star forward Christian Pulisic sustained an injury while on international duty with the United States during a friendly against Australia. The USMNT captain was forced off the pitch in the 30th minute after appearing to suffer a hamstring injury. Milan are said to be frustrated that Pulisic was risked in the match, especially considering he had played only 17 minutes as a substitute in the team’s previous friendly against Ecuador.

President Trump Visits Israel And Egypt After Gaza Ceasefire Takes Effect

FIFA hints that Trump CAN strip cities of World Cup fixtures

FIFA has hinted that U.S. President Donald Trump will have the authority to strip cities of 2026 World Cup hosting rights if they are considered to pose too much of a safety risk. A global gathering of elite sporting talent is due to take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer. As things stand, 11 venues across the USA are due to welcome fans from around the globe to their front door.

'Just flicking a switch' - Lalas questions roster approach

Former national team player Alexi Lalas raised concerns about USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino’s experimentation with the team's roster, acknowledging the coach’s right to try options, but saying he's surprised there is not yet a settled starting XI ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Pochettino's side drew Ecuador and beat Australia over the last week.

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'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

Pulisic suffers hamstring issue on USMNT duty

AC Milan and United States forward Christian Pulisic limped off with an injury in the first half of the USMNT’s friendly match against Australia. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino confirmed that Pulisic was taken off due to a hamstring issue, causing concern for the Serie A side and coach Massimiliano Allegri with another star added to their growing injury list.

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

'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

USMNT striker Wright advised to snub January transfer

Haji Wright has been in impressive form for Coventry City, suggesting that there is a Premier League future for him somewhere, but the USMNT star has been advised to shun any interest shown during the January transfer window. The American frontman will be registering on recruitment radars after starring under Chelsea and England legend Frank Lampard in the Championship.

Is Pulisic world-class? USMNT & AC Milan star told why he is

Christian Pulisic has been told why he is world-class, with USMNT colleague Tyler Adams claiming that "an American is the best player in Serie A". Pulisic has earned that billing at AC Milan, with personal bests being posted in Italy while becoming a talismanic presence at San Siro. There is the promise of even more to come, with the hard-working forward considered to form part of the global elite.

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