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Richards named U.S. Soccer POTY after USMNT, Palace breakout

Chris Richards has been named U.S. Soccer's Male Player of the Year after a standout 2025 calendar year with both Crystal Palace and the U.S. Men's National Team. The central defender's award win comes in the first time he was nominated for the award, as he beat out Max Arfsten, Alex Freeman, Matt Freese, and Malik Tillman to this year's honors.

Americans Abroad: Concern for Pepi, Sargent on the move?

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including concern over Pepi after an injury and Folarin Balogun getting on the scoresheet.

USMNT Explained: Pulisic, Pochettino and why 2026 matters

GOAL takes a look at the U.S. team and where everything stands heading into a monumental 2026 World Cup.

Americans Abroad: Pulisic, Robinson kick off 2026 with big matches

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad in the first few games of 2026

CONCACAF 2025 rank: Pulisic, David battle Mexico's title winners

GOAL ranks the five best players across CONCACAF after a standout 2025.

Americans Abroad: Pulisic and Milan resume title pursuit

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including some big matches in England and Italy

'Doesn’t look so bad' - Glasner eases concern over Richards injury

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner sought to ease concerns over Chris Richards after the U.S. international was stretchered off in Tuesday’s Carabao Cup quarterfinal loss to Arsenal, saying the ankle injury isn't too concerning and expressing optimism the defender could return in the new year. The 25-year-old is in the midst of a breakout campaign for the Eagles.

Americans Abroad: Clash of stars in Aaronson vs. Richards

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including Richards taking on Aaronson and what the French Cup could mean for Ligue 1's USMNT quartet.

State of the USMNT - Center backs: Who will join Richards?

With the 2026 World Cup just months away, GOAL looks at the state of the central defenders vying for spots next summer

Americans Abroad: Agyemang back to scoring, Richards stalls

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including Agyemang getting back to his best.

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Americans Abroad: Richards’ big test, Pulisic injury concern

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including a big match for Chris Richards' Crystal Palace against Manchester United.

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Report: USMNT's Richards, Crystal Palace close in on contract

USMNT center back Chris Richards has reportedly opened talks with Crystal Palace over a new contract, with his current deal set to expire after the 2026–27 season. The American has grown into a key piece of Oliver Glasner’s back three in recent years, emerging as a reliable starter after an initially rocky adjustment following his move from Bayern Munich.

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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Davies: Glasner-USMNT tensions influenced Richards’ omission

Chris Richards was one of the notable absences from the USMNT roster announced Thursday, and Charlie Davies says tensions between Crystal Palace and U.S. Soccer might have been a factor. Palace manager Oliver Glasner publicly criticized the U.S. for playing the centerback in both October friendlies when he was supposedly dealing with an injury.