Landon Donovan joins Ocho and Raheem on The Late Run to revisit a career built far from the spotlight. He reflects on leaving home for Bayer Leverkusen at 16, grinding to sell MLS tickets, his 2012 mental-health sabbatical, the Klinsmann World Cup snub, facing Messi and Ronaldo, Beckham’s impact on MLS, the pay-to-play problem threatening U.S. soccer and why a home World Cup could change everything.
Folarin Balogun fired the USMNT into the World Cup knockout stages with his third goal of the tournament before a red card cut his night short. The Monaco striker entered an exclusive group featuring Zinedine Zidane and Ronaldinho, while the United States now prepare to face Belgium without their top scorer.
The USMNT secured their place in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 with a 2-0 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina, but the victory has been marred by a major disciplinary blow. Folarin Balogun, who opened the scoring in Santa Clara, was dismissed in the 64th minute following a VAR review. Despite the frustration within the American camp, the AS Monaco forward is now set to miss the clash against Belgium, with US Soccer unable to appeal the decision.
The USMNT's victory over Bosnia was overshadowed by Folarin Balogun's controversial red card, with Mauricio Pochettino insisting the striker's challenge was accidental. Alexi Lalas also questioned why a similar incident involving Lionel Messi earlier in the tournament went unpunished, sparking accusations of inconsistent officiating.
The red card given to Folarin Balogun could have ended the USMNT's run in the World Cup, but the Americans' dream continues as they refused to cave in.
Wednesday's Round of 32 provided a test the USMNT never would have wanted, but they did what had to be done to escape the Bay Area and stay in the tournament.
They’ve crossed states, built communities and waited decades for this moment. Now, USMNT fans are hoping this World Cup can change American soccer forever.
SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Zlatan Ibrahimovic was never short on bold opinions as a player, and retirement has done little to quiet him. Now working as part of FOX’s World Cup coverage, the Sweden icon has become a viral presence on the studio desk, thanks to his blunt assessments and verbal sparring with former USMNT defender Alexi Lalas. Christian Pulisic, who knows Ibrahimovic well from AC Milan, has been watching along - and enjoying the show.
Comprehensive match preview of USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina at the World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news, and more ahead of this Round of 32 clash in Santa Clara.
The Golden Boot may not always lead to team success, but the race for the individual award this summer might be one of the most compelling in recent memory
Leeds United have been advised against inviting offers for USMNT star Brenden Aaronson, with Matt Kilgallon explaining to GOAL why the American forward was “like Lionel Messi” at times last season after finding his feet in English football. The all-action playmaker has finally won over a sceptical fan base at Elland Road, but is entering the final year of his contract.
Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler has urged the Reds to consider a sensational move for AC Milan forward Christian Pulisic. As the club searches for a successor to Mohamed Salah, the former Anfield striker believes the USMNT captain possesses the perfect profile for a return to English football.
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