In a moment that signifies ambition and a fresh start, Mauricio Pochettino has taken the helm of the U.S. men’s national soccer team. At his introductory press conference, he made it clear that the primary goal is victory, which should resonate deeply within a program that has historically lagged behind its female counterparts. With the
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The recent announcement by the U.S. Soccer Federation of Mauricio Pochettino as the new head coach of the United States men’s national team marks a significant turning point for the team. Pochettino, with his vast experience and proven track record, brings a fresh perspective and a wealth of knowledge to the USMNT. Pochettino’s appointment comes
Goalkeeper Guillermo “Memo” Ochoa, at the age of 39, has recently made a significant decision to transfer to the Portuguese Primeira Liga team, AVS. His primary goal in making this move is to enhance his chances of being called up by Mexico for a remarkable sixth World Cup appearance in 2026. This feat would be
Harry Kane, the 31-year-old English striker, has expressed his belief that he is currently at his “physical and mental peak.” As he approaches his 100th cap for England, Kane is determined to follow in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo, who recently scored his 901st career goal at the age of 39. Despite facing criticism for
Real Madrid star Rodrygo recently expressed his belief that Brazil’s chances of securing a record sixth World Cup victory in 2026 heavily rely on the presence of Neymar in the team. In a recent interview with ESPN Brasil, Rodrygo emphasized Neymar’s crucial role in Brazil’s success, describing him as their star player and best talent.
Just a few months after England’s heartbreaking defeat in the Euro 2024 final against Spain, Harry Kane has opened up about the lingering pain of the loss. Despite admitting that he has not fully gotten over the disappointment, Kane has made it clear that he intends to use the defeat as fuel for the upcoming
Qatar, the current dominant force in Asian football after winning the past two AFC Asian Cup editions, breezed through the second round of qualifiers. Star striker Almoez Ali led the charge, finishing as the joint-top scorer with seven goals. The Qatari team looks poised to continue their strong performance in the third round. Kuwait, who
UEFA’s decision to incorporate the final standings of the UEFA Nations League to determine seeding for the World Cup qualifying draw has significant implications for participating countries. By combining UNL performance with FIFA World Ranking, England is poised to be seeded in Pot 1, ensuring a favorable draw for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. This
Japan’s national team, known as Samurai Blue, have always had an abundance of attacking talent. However, the challenge has been finding a way to effectively integrate all these star players into a cohesive unit. Coach Hajime Moriyasu seems to have made a breakthrough as Japan opened their Group C campaign in the 2026 FIFA World
The Argentina national team recently made a plea to their fans regarding the use of offensive or discriminatory chants during matches. This request comes after a controversial incident involving a discriminatory chant aimed at France players of African heritage. The team warned fans that if any offensive or discriminatory chants are heard during the World
A recent ruling has denied Spanish football federation (RFEF) president Pedro Rocha’s request for a temporary injunction against his suspension, effectively removing him from his position. Rocha had been suspended by the country’s Administrative Sports Court (TAD) for two years due to exceeding his authority in decisions made after the departure of his predecessor, Luis
The upcoming 2026 World Cup is set to take place in North America, marking an ambitious expansion of the field by 50% and encompassing 16 cities across three countries. The partnership between FIFA and turf experts at the University of Tennessee and Michigan State University aims to develop the best surfaces for the tournament. With
Former U.S. men’s national team manager Jurgen Klinsmann recently made a bold statement about Mexican players being “too comfortable” in the domestic Liga MX. He emphasized the need for these players to seek opportunities in Europe to enhance their skills and benefit both themselves and the Mexican national team. Klinsmann suggested that the comfortable lifestyle,
Ilkay Gündogan, the Barcelona midfielder, made the difficult decision to retire from international football with Germany after having captained his nation at the European Championship this past summer. In a heartfelt post on social media, the 33-year-old expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to represent his country in 82 matches, scoring a total of 19