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Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie, Tanner Tessmann USMNT

With Adams out for USMNT, Poch faces tactical conundrum

The USMNT may struggle without Adams, but Pochettino has plenty of options to consider in a pair of winnable friendlies

United States v Japan - International Friendly

WATCH: USMNT's Freeman challenges Texas' Kanu to soccer showdown

USMNT defender Alex Freeman faced Texas Longhorns defensive tackle Hero Kanu in a lighthearted cross-sport juggling challenge at the University of Texas athletic complex. The showdown highlighted the surprising footwork of the German-born football player against the refined technique of the rising American soccer prospect.

Weston McKennie, Tyler Adams, Malik Tillman

The Rondo: What is McKennie's future, who can replace Adams?

GOAL US writers discuss USMNT expectations for October camp as Pochettino continues to refine his squad ahead of the World Cup

How Reyna, Musah, USMNT omissions can still be factors

GOAL looks at what's required from Reyna, Musah, Josh Sargent, Joe Scally and Damion Downs to secure USMNT roles

The United States of Soccer: Best players from the South

GOAL ranks the top three soccer players produced by every state in the South, including Dempsey, Richards and Graham Zusi

'Who in Italy has a player like Pulisic?' - USMNT star praised by Milan icon

Christian Pulisic has earned high praise from AC Milan legend Alessandro Nesta, with the USMNT star being told that there is no other player like him in Serie A. The United States international has starred across two seasons at San Siro, becoming a talismanic presence for the Rossoneri, and is now considered to be one of the leading lights in Italian top-flight football.

Sebastian Berhalter, Vancouver Whitecaps

USMNT x MLS: Berhalter scores brace, McGlynn misses playoffs

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in MLS, including San Diego FC setting a pair of MLS expansion records

The United States of Soccer: Best players from the Northeast

GOAL ranks the top three soccer players produced by every state in the Northeast, including Pulisic, Howard and Geoff Cameron

📽️ | Pulisic goes from hero to zero! USMNT star skies penalty

Christian Pulisic remains a hero to AC Milan supporters, but he briefly became a zero after skying a potentially match-winning penalty for the Rossoneri in their Serie A clash with old adversaries Juventus. The United States international was given a golden opportunity to break the deadlock in that contest early in the second half, but proceeded to fluff his lines from 12 yards.

U.S. U20 World Cup squad finish atop group despite loss

The U.S. under-20 men's national team finished atop their group at the World Cup despite a 2-1 loss to South Africa in Sunday's group stage finale. Even with the defeat, the U.S. finished as group winners due to the favorable goal differential generated from their dominant opening win against New Caledonia - a 9-1 rout.

Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, Patrick Agyemang

Americans Abroad: Pulisic perfection snaps with sailed penalty

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including several big goals and a bigger penalty miss

USMNT star Pulisic explains quality he shares with Messi

USMNT star Christian Pulisic has explained the quality that he shares with Argentine GOAT Lionel Messi. The United States international occupies a similar area of the field to eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi, with coaches and team-mates often looking to them for attacking inspiration. Pulisic has embraced that role down the years and believes that he has learned - much like an all-time great - how best to impact proceedings.

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Captain America to become captain of AC Milan? Pulisic reacts

Christian Pulisic is already fondly known as 'Captain America', but could he become captain of AC Milan? The USMNT star has become a talismanic figure for the Serie A giants, with his value to the collective cause being recognised at San Siro. There has been talk of a new contract being lined up, while Pulisic could be asked to provide on-field leadership at some stage as he takes on skipper duties.

'Joy to play with him' - Modrić praises Pulisic's AC Milan impact

AC Milan midfielder Luka Modrić praised American teammate Christian Pulisic for his quality on and off the pitch. The Croatian veteran’s remarks come as Pulisic continues his strong form for the Rossoneri, with four goals and two assists in five matches, solidifying his place among Serie A’s top attacking players.

Derby County v Southampton - Sky Bet Championship

WATCH: Agyemang scores first Derby goal with crucial equalizer

USMNT forward Patrick Agyemang opened his account for Derby County with a first-half goal in their Championship clash against Southampton. The 24-year-old striker struck in the 40th minute to bring the Rams level at 1-1, notching an important milestone early in his stint with the club following his summer move from Charlotte FC. Both the Saints and Rams would settle for a point Saturday.

FC Augsburg v VfL Wolfsburg - Bundesliga

USMNT Banks scores first Bundesliga goal in Augsburg’s win

American defender Noahkai Banks scored his first goal for FC Augsburg in their 3-1 win over VfL Wolfsburg. The 18-year-old center back marked his first Bundesliga start of the season with a milestone moment, opening the scoring just three minutes in to help secure Augsburg’s second league victory of the campaign.

Rapids rebuild around Aaronson, aim to be USMNT hotspot

Attacking midfielder Djordje Mihailovic departed the club late in the season, but the front office has restructured on the fly

Americans Abroad: Pulisic to face McKennie in Serie A rivalry

GOAL looks at the biggest storylines among Americans Abroad, including Pulisic taking on USMNT teammate McKennie in Serie A rivalry

Christian Pulisic, Antonee Robinson, Weston McKennie

The Rondo: Did Pochettino get this USMNT roster right?

GOAL US writers break down the USMNT squad that will face Ecuador and Australia in a pair of October friendlies

Tyldesley talks Americans in the UCL, World Cup pressure

The veteran announcer discusses UCL favorites, the revised format and how respect at youth levels shapes footballers

Eintracht Frankfurt v SV Werder Bremen - Bundesliga

Brown gets Germany call-up, potentially closing USMNT door

Eintracht Frankfurt defender Nathaniel Brown has received his first call-up to Germany’s senior national team for upcoming World Cup qualifiers. The 22-year-old dual national, still eligible for the United States, could permanently tie his international future to Germany if he appears in either of the competitive matches.

Saudi Arabia v United States - International Friendly

Lalas: McKennie should be on USMNT's World Cup squad

Alexi Lalas backed Weston McKennie for the USMNT’s 2026 World Cup squad following his recall for the October friendlies. The Juventus midfielder had been absent from Mauricio Pochettino’s recent rosters, raising doubts about his role. But with the manager calling this group his potential A squad, McKennie’s inclusion is an encouraging sign.

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Lalas raises concerns about Pepi's World Cup future

Former national team star Alexi Lalas cast doubt on Ricardo Pepi’s chances of making the 2026 World Cup roster after the striker’s knee injury with PSV, noting that USMNT roster spots will only be more competitive - leaving injured players especially at risk of losing out as the tournament gets closer to kicking off.

Mauricio Pochettino, Christian Pulisic, USMNT

'Try to convince us' - Poch on shaping World Cup squad

Pochettino's message to this squad was clear - every player must look in the mirror and ask 'What is expected of me?'

Antonee Robinson, Patrick Agyemang, Yunas Musah

Robinson, Agyemang and USMNT roster drop winners and losers

Pochettino promised this roster would offer a clearer vision into his World Cup thoughts, with a 60-man roster winnowed to 26

McKennie, Robinson return, headline Poch's USMNT squad

Several big names are returning to the U.S. men's national team squad as Mauricio Pochettino has named a 26-player roster for October friendlies against Ecuador and Australia. Among the key returnees are Weston McKennie, Matt Turner and Antonee Robinson - all of whom missed the September camp - as they join headliners Christian Pulisic and Chris Richards.

Frequently asked questions

: Brentford were founded in October 1889, in West London’s Hounslow area. Initially, the local sportsmen formed the club to provide a permanent football or rugby team for the town. As fate would have it, 13 votes split 8-5 in favour of association football gave birth to the Brentford Football Club.
: Matthew Benham, a British businessman and lifelong supporter of Brentford, is the owner of the club.
: Brentford’s home ground is the Gtech Community Stadium, located in Brentford, West London. It was completed and opened in September 2020, replacing the club’s old Griffin Park ground. The stadium is a multi-purpose venue, hosting both football and rugby matches.
: The Gtech Community Stadium has a capacity of 17,250 seats.
: Brentford are yet to win any major honours as a top-flight side.
: Brentford haven't lifted an English top-flight title so far, with their best campaign being a fifth-place finish in the 1935-36 season.
: Brentford legend Ken Coote is the club's all-time leading appearance maker with 559 appearances to his name, which came between 1949 and 1963.
: With 163 goals in 282 games in all competitions, Jim Towers is Brentford's all-time top goalscorer. Towers spent seven seasons at the club between 1954 and 1961.
: David Raya, Christian Eriksen, Ivan Toney, Ollie Watkins, Tony Craig, and Ken Coote are among the biggest names to have played for Brentford.
: Steve Perryman, Thomas Frank, and Harry Curtis are some of the most famous managers to have been in charge of Brentford.
: Their nickname was a happy accident. When a group of Borough Road College students cheered for Brentford players with the chant "Buck up, Bs," a journalist misheard it as "bees." This mistake eventually became the team's iconic nickname, The Bees.

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