FIFA confirms World Cup draw seedings and pathways, with implications for co-hosts
On Tuesday, FIFA finalized seeding and procedures for the 2026 World Cup draw, including two new wrinkles with…
USMNT’s 2026 slate takes shape: World Cup sendoff in Chicago, March friendlies booked
Follow The Athletic’s live coverage of today’s World Cup play-off draws. TAMPA, Fla. — Just as the U.S.…
USMNT coach Pochettino laments ‘dangerous’ fight, lauds team spirit in Paraguay win
CHESTER, Pa. — U.S. national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino consistently asks his players to show fight, both…
Marcelo Flores to join Canada camp ahead of possible switch from Mexico: Sources
After years of Canada trying to land Marcelo Flores, manager Jesse Marsch has taken an important first step…
Mauricio Pochettino and actor Matthew McConaughey channel emotion of USMNT World Cup prep
U.S. men’s national team coach Mauricio Pochettino invited actor and Austin FC co-owner Matthew McConaughey to speak to…
Mexico repeats as Gold Cup winner, beats USMNT on Alvarez’s late header
HOUSTON — It was a delayed celebration for Mexico on Sunday evening, first having to fight back from…
USMNT has one goal vs. Mexico in Gold Cup final: ‘Lift a trophy’
HOUSTON — Asked what it would mean to win the Gold Cup in what would be his “last…