Gomez defends Pochettino despite pressure after USMNT’s 2-1 lossThe former USMNT striker has defended the head coach following the 2-1 loss, suggesting individual player errors were primarily responsibleUSATurkiye
'Look in the mirror' - Pulisic's father responds to DonovanThe Milan star's father addressed the on-air comments about Pulisic, reminding Donovan he took a sabbatical in 2013 ahead of the 2014 World CupL. DonovanC. Pulisic
'We want people to criticize us' - Aguirre on negative reactionEl Tri will kick off their Gold Cup campaign on June 14 against the Dominican Republic at SoFi StadiumMexico vs SwitzerlandMexico
Gomez: Marsch's Canada have edge missing from Poch's USMNTThe former USMNT striker indicated that the USMNT might feel a sense of envy regarding the stable player pool Marsch has established at CanadaJ. MarschM. Pochettino
Lalas criticizes Adams for lack of self-awareness after Turkey defeatThe USMNT icon publicly challenged Adams over his post-match comments following the national team's disappointing 2-1 loss to TurkeyT. AdamsUSA
Richards views Pulisic absence as chance for USMNT squad to step upThe Crystal Palace defender has addressed the absence of the USMNT’s captain and emphasized that it presents a valuable opportunity for the squadCONCACAF Nations LeagueC. Pulisic
The Rondo: Actives vs Absentees - who wins hypothetical match?GOAL US writers pitted current and unavailable USMNT starting XIs against each other, debating strengths, weakness and outcomeAnalysisUSA
Where are they now? The 2021 USMNT Gold Cup-winning squadAhead of the 2025 Gold Cup, GOAL revisits the last U.S. men's national team to win the tournamentUSAM. Turner
Actives vs Absentees: How would USMNT fare vs those missing?The U.S. could build a strong starting XI from Gold Cup absentees - how would they fare against the active squad?AnalysisUSA
'Truly make history' - Canada's Marsch 'fixated' on Gold CupThe ambitious Canadian men's national team coach made one thing clear - Les Rouges are at this tournament to winAnalysisJ. Marsch
Jamaica told Greenwood decision needs 'acceptance from nation'Jamaica have been told that their "bigger than football" decision to bring Mason Greenwood on board needs "acceptance from the nation".M. GreenwoodJamaica
Dest out, Tolkin in as Poch names final USMNT Gold Cup squadNumerous regulars missing due to injury, recovery or CWC commitments, including Christian Pulisic and Antonee RobinsonUSAS. Dest
Absence and opportunity: Upside for Aaronsons, dismay for DestThe Gold Cup squad is now official, and despite absences, offers insight into how the coaching staff views the player poolWinners & LosersFEATURES
Richards says U.S. need to start 'showing our teeth' to lift GCThe FA Cup winning defender believes that the USMNT knows what they’re lacking and that is competitiveness as their primary shortcomingC. RichardsUSA
Álvarez, Jiménez, Giménez lead Mexico’s 26-man Gold Cup squadGuillermo Ochoa returns to the national team while Henry Martín and Hirving Lozano are ruled out due to injuryJ. AguirreMexico
Alvarado: 'Winning the Nations League helped us grow as a team'Mexico will face Switzerland Saturday in Utah, followed by a match against Turkey on June 10 in North CarolinaR. AlvaradoM. Ruiz
USMNT GK Steffen withdraws from Gold Cup camp due to injurySteffen, who has 30 appearances for the U.S., left the camp after picking up a knee injury and seems unlikely to feature at the Gold CupUSAZ. Steffen
El Tri to seek early World Cup release for Europe-based playersThe Clausura 2026 playoffs will also be played without national team call-ups.World CupMexico
Pochettino: U.S. goalkeepers must prove themselves at Gold CupThe Argentine has identified the upcoming Gold Cup tournament as a critical evaluation period for goalkeepersMajor League SoccerM. Pochettino
Pochettino calls out critics who 'underestimate the MLS'The national team coach defended qualify of MLS play, acknowledges that soccer isn't always front-of mind sport in U.S.Major League SoccerD. Luna
USMNT Gold Cup Tiers: World Cup locks to eager newcomersWhile some USMNT players know their World Cup status, others will be locked in chaotic competition for a roster spotAnalysisUSA
'Could definitely make a big impact' - Jiménez wants Vega at FulhamThe forward was a key player in Toluca’s Clausura 2025 title win over Club América.R. JimenezA. Vega
Mauricio Pochettino: Christian Pulisic should be our MessiThe Argentine coach has made a bold comparison between Pulisic and Lionel Messi, suggesting the AC Milan star should embrace a similarly iconic role C. PulisicM. Pochettino
Conrad calls USMNT's Pulisic skipping Gold Cup 'disappointing'GOAL spoke with Conrad at media day ahead of the veteran's upcoming games at TST 2025 in North CarolinaC. PulisicUSA
'Worst-ever generation of American goalkeepers?' - Gomez wondersThe two former internationals expressed concern about a significant decline in shot-stopper talent for the U.S.Major League SoccerZ. Steffen
'Not here to try to be nice' - Poch on Gold Cup, World CupPochettino stressed the USMNT need to 'create something special' after a disappointing showing at the Nations League FinalsM. PochettinoUSA
Chávez, Carrillo eye future with Mexico under Javier AguirreChávez has earned a spot on Aguirre’s 35-man preliminary roster, while Carrillo joins Mexico’s U23 squadMexicoM. Chavez
'Forced into a decision' - Howard, Donovan call out U.S. rosterThe former players criticized the USMNT Gold Cup roster, suggest Pochettino's hands were 'tied'M. PochettinoUSA
USMNT's Pochettino meets singer Teddy Swims, poses for photoThe Argentine took a brief break from national team duties to connect with singer-songwriter Teddy SwimsUSAM. Pochettino
Donovan questions Pulisic and Robinson’s Gold Cup absencesThe former USMNT star called into question the players' priorities after they opted to step out of the 2025 Gold CupT. HowardL. Donovan
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