Pulisic continues to be the most maddening conundrum. His disappearing act in matches is impossible to ignore, and his personality is not built for the spotlight.

Everyone thinks they can fix the USMNT. But maybe the U.S. is actually making progress and luck just hasn't been on its side -- what then?

It is still unclear whether or not manager Mauricio Pochettino will sign a contract extension with U.S. Soccer this summer.

But while the Swiss were furious with the VAR review and referee Joao Pinheiro's decision to send off Breel Embolo, it was the correct call. The U.S. men's national team's opening match against Paraguay already sent precedent for that kind of VAR review.

Before this summer’s World Cup, FIFA asked the 48 participating teams to provide a list of songs to be played during warmups and goal celebrations and, if appropriate, after victories. On the U.S. list was John Denver’s “Take Me Home,

Moments from across the Sacramento area this week include Fourth of July celebrations, 20,000 teddy bears and a World Cup defeat.

Relive the United States' unforgettable journey through the 2026 FIFA World Cup™, featuring dramatic victories, iconic moments and the performances that reignited a belief in American soccer.