According to sources close to US Soccer, Jesse Marsch was the front-runner to land the then vacant United States Men's National Team managerial job. Sources told The Sports Bank at the time that while the process was still ongoing, but Marsch was then in pole position. The former manager of Leeds United in the English Premier League and RB Leipzig in the German Bundesliga, … [Read more...] about USMNT Should Have Picked Jesse Marsch Over Gregg Berhalter
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USMNT Copa America Preview, Potential Starting Lineups
The USMNT (United States Men's National Team) have just two friendlies left before they begin their Copa America campaign on home soil. On Saturday, they'll take on Colombia at Commanders Field in Landover, Maryland (5:30pm ET kickoff). Then next Wednesday, June 12, they'll battle traditional powerhouse Brazil at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida (7pm ET kick). … [Read more...] about USMNT Copa America Preview, Potential Starting Lineups
USMNT vs Germany: Team News, Lineups, Odds, Prop Bets, TV Info
The USMNT (United States Men's National Team) hosts Germany on Saturday afternoon in an international friendly where both sides are looking to make a statement. "We always compared ourselves in terms of, you know, we wanted to compete with top-level countries," USA and Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie said on a media call yesterday. "We expect ourselves to win these games … [Read more...] about USMNT vs Germany: Team News, Lineups, Odds, Prop Bets, TV Info
Megan Rapinoe: USWNT Legend, Social Justice Champion
As we count down the days to the 2023 Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, we profile some of the squad's key veterans, who will be crucial to the USWNT success. United States Women's National Team Star Megan Rapinoe is a tour de force both on and off the pitch. Just last week, Rapinoe announced her retirement, effective at the end of the NWSL season. And it means … [Read more...] about Megan Rapinoe: USWNT Legend, Social Justice Champion
Alex Morgan Has an Adorable Rescue Dog (Video, Photo)
Alex Morgan is truly the United States Women's National Team "Captain Morgan" in every way, shape and form. After all, her place on the roster was officially announced by Taylor Swift. With the 2023 Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand rapidly approaching, we profile some of the squad's key veterans. Morgan, 34, will be the USWNT co-captain with Lindsey Horan at … [Read more...] about Alex Morgan Has an Adorable Rescue Dog (Video, Photo)
USA wins in Mexico for first time ever, 1-0
The US women’s gold-medal winning team may have dominated American soccer headlines the past month, but the US men have just made a resounding statement of their own. For the first time ever, the men’s national team has defeated Mexico on Mexican soil, thanks to late tally from Michael Orozco Fiscal. The game-winner, which was created by a trio of US substitutes, silenced the … [Read more...] about USA wins in Mexico for first time ever, 1-0
London 2012: Olympic soccer quarterfinals observations
After nine goals in four women’s Olympic quarterfinal matches, two of the world’s top five teams have fallen, along with host nation Great Britain. As the remaining four teams shift focus towards Monday’s semifinals, let’s take a look back at how a marathon day of soccer shook down. France continues to surprise The most consistent part of France’s squad this tournament … [Read more...] about London 2012: Olympic soccer quarterfinals observations
London 2012 Olympics: Women’s soccer quarterfinals preview
With the group stages behind us, the quarterfinals of women’s Olympic soccer kick off tomorrow featuring several intriguing matchups. Among the eight remaining teams are six of the world’s top seven squads, as well as host-nation Great Britain, composed primarily of players from the world’s No. 9 England. The Olympic knockout stage will also feature six of the eight 2011 … [Read more...] about London 2012 Olympics: Women’s soccer quarterfinals preview
Alex Morgan & Company Dominate Canada; Advance to London 2012
U.S. WNT forward Alex Morgan scored the first and fourth goal in the team's 4-0 victory over Canada.The official player of the game added two assists, and the U.S. Women’s National Team win in front of a sold-out crowd of 25,427 at BC Place took the championship of the 2012 CONCACAF Olympic Qualifying Tournament. Both teams sealed their berths to the 2012 London Olympics … [Read more...] about Alex Morgan & Company Dominate Canada; Advance to London 2012
USA World Cup Group Stage Grades (Midfielders and Forwards)
The group stage of the 2010 World Cup is now over for the United States, and while the Yanks were three minutes from being eliminated, they will now advance to the knockout rounds. As the team prepares for Ghana on Saturday, TSB is grading each player on the team based on their performance in the group stages. Part One will look at the teams goalkeeper and defenders, and … [Read more...] about USA World Cup Group Stage Grades (Midfielders and Forwards)