U.S. men's soccer teamThe best and worst World Cup opponents for the USMNT, and the teams Philly should want to hostWorld Cup draws have always been a dramatic part of soccer's tapestry. This one could go a lot of ways for the U.S. team, and for fans in Philadelphia waiting to see which teams will come to town.Jonathan Tannenwald USMNT will play Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal, Belgium, and Germany before the World CupJonathan Tannenwald FIFA’s World Cup draw is this week. Here’s what to know before, during, and after Friday’s eventOwen Hewitt FIFA lays out the rules for the World Cup drawGraham Dunbar, Associated Press Matt Freese is on the verge of something big with the USMNT. First, he’s got to beat the Union.Kerith Gabriel AdvertisementProjecting the USMNT’s World Cup roster after its last game of the year: Several locals in; surprises on the bubbleFrom Aaronson to Zendejas, here's our in-depth look at the leaders and contenders at every position. Manager Mauricio Pochettino has just two games left, in March, before the World Cup team is set.Jonathan Tannenwald USMNT stuns Uruguay with a 5-1 rout in its last game of the yearSebastian Berhalter, Alex Freeman (twice), and Diego Luna tallied in the first half, and Tanner Tessmann added another in the second half of one of the most astonishing U.S. wins in years.Jonathan Tannenwald The USMNT’s players appreciate the team’s tough schedule leading up to the World Cup"That’s ultimately what you want,” Mark McKenzie said of a decision that created a bumpy ride, but was always right: facing big-time teams instead of easy ones in the 12-game slate of friendlies.Jonathan Tannenwald Gio Reyna seizes his moment with the USMNT, and is now in the World Cup raceMauricio Pochettino gave Reyna a big chance, and he delivered a big goal and assist. There aren't many moments in national team soccer, so when you get one, you have to take it. This time, he did.Jonathan Tannenwald Gio Reyna and Folarin Balogun lead the USMNT to a win over Paraguay at Subaru ParkReyna scored the opener and assisted the winner to extend the Americans' unbeaten run to four games. Brenden Aaronson also played well, to the delight of the hometown crowd in Chester.Jonathan Tannenwald The USMNT’s new tactics seem made for Sergiño Dest, but how much will he play in them?Time is running out for Dest to get reps the right wingback role where he could thrive. Plus a look at Gio Reyna's status, with praise for his work in practice this week from U.S. captain Tim Ream.Jonathan Tannenwald Six years since leaving the Union, Auston Trusty comes full circle with the USMNTThe Media native has stayed close to his hometown and his old club, serving on the Union academy's board. Now his play at Scotland's Celtic has earned him a new shot with the U.S. national team.Jonathan Tannenwald Brenden Aaronson and Mark McKenzie relish their USMNT homecoming on the Union’s turfThe U.S. team's quartet of Union alumni — Aaronson, McKenzie, Auston Trusty, and Matt Freese — have been this week's guests of honor in Chester. They've also reunited with longtime friends.Jonathan Tannenwald Haji Wright cashed in on a big chance with the USMNT last month. Now he gets another one.His two goals against Australia went a long way toward punching his ticket to the World Cup. This month, he'll split time with the U.S. team's other top strikers, Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi.Jonathan Tannenwald Tyler Adams is off the USMNT roster again, so the rest of the squad must adjust again The star midfielder was a last-minute scratch from the roster after suffering a head injury in a collision while playing for his club, England’s Bournemouth, Jonathan Tannenwald Mauricio Pochettino reflects on the USMNT’s progress, and looks forward to his first game in PhillyThe U.S. manager sat down with The Inquirer to talk about the highs and lows of the journey to the World Cup along with his admiration for the Union's contribution to the national team program.Jonathan Tannenwald Brenden Aaronson and Mark McKenzie are set for a long-awaited USMNT homecomingThe Union's most famous alumni will be joined by two more who've done well elsewhere, Auston Trusty and Matt Freese, as the U.S. plays Paraguay at Subaru Park and Uruguay in Tampa this month.Jonathan Tannenwald The Union’s Frankie Westfield was one of the U.S.’ breakout players at the FIFA under-20 World CupThe Northeast Philadelphia native helped the Americans reach the quarterfinals with wins over France and Italy along the way. Now he's back with the club in time for Saturday's regular-season finale.Jonathan Tannenwald With two more starts, Wayne’s Matt Freese remains atop the USMNT goalkeeper depth chartIt was somewhat surprising that Mauricio Pochettino started the former Union netminder in both of this month's games. But it may have solidified the depth chart heading toward the World Cup.Jonathan Tannenwald ‘The World Cup is actually coming:’ FIFA Philly 26 opens doors to new volunteer hub in the Fashion DistrictApplications have since closed, and officials estimate that over 26,000 people will now be screened at the center before potentially being selected and trained to volunteerSean McKeown See more storiesAdvertisement
The best and worst World Cup opponents for the USMNT, and the teams Philly should want to hostWorld Cup draws have always been a dramatic part of soccer's tapestry. This one could go a lot of ways for the U.S. team, and for fans in Philadelphia waiting to see which teams will come to town.Jonathan Tannenwald
The best and worst World Cup opponents for the USMNT, and the teams Philly should want to hostWorld Cup draws have always been a dramatic part of soccer's tapestry. This one could go a lot of ways for the U.S. team, and for fans in Philadelphia waiting to see which teams will come to town.Jonathan Tannenwald
USMNT will play Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal, Belgium, and Germany before the World CupJonathan Tannenwald
USMNT will play Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal, Belgium, and Germany before the World CupJonathan Tannenwald
FIFA’s World Cup draw is this week. Here’s what to know before, during, and after Friday’s eventOwen Hewitt
FIFA’s World Cup draw is this week. Here’s what to know before, during, and after Friday’s eventOwen Hewitt
Matt Freese is on the verge of something big with the USMNT. First, he’s got to beat the Union.Kerith Gabriel
Matt Freese is on the verge of something big with the USMNT. First, he’s got to beat the Union.Kerith Gabriel
Projecting the USMNT’s World Cup roster after its last game of the year: Several locals in; surprises on the bubbleFrom Aaronson to Zendejas, here's our in-depth look at the leaders and contenders at every position. Manager Mauricio Pochettino has just two games left, in March, before the World Cup team is set.Jonathan Tannenwald
Projecting the USMNT’s World Cup roster after its last game of the year: Several locals in; surprises on the bubbleFrom Aaronson to Zendejas, here's our in-depth look at the leaders and contenders at every position. Manager Mauricio Pochettino has just two games left, in March, before the World Cup team is set.Jonathan Tannenwald
USMNT stuns Uruguay with a 5-1 rout in its last game of the yearSebastian Berhalter, Alex Freeman (twice), and Diego Luna tallied in the first half, and Tanner Tessmann added another in the second half of one of the most astonishing U.S. wins in years.Jonathan Tannenwald
USMNT stuns Uruguay with a 5-1 rout in its last game of the yearSebastian Berhalter, Alex Freeman (twice), and Diego Luna tallied in the first half, and Tanner Tessmann added another in the second half of one of the most astonishing U.S. wins in years.Jonathan Tannenwald
The USMNT’s players appreciate the team’s tough schedule leading up to the World Cup"That’s ultimately what you want,” Mark McKenzie said of a decision that created a bumpy ride, but was always right: facing big-time teams instead of easy ones in the 12-game slate of friendlies.Jonathan Tannenwald
The USMNT’s players appreciate the team’s tough schedule leading up to the World Cup"That’s ultimately what you want,” Mark McKenzie said of a decision that created a bumpy ride, but was always right: facing big-time teams instead of easy ones in the 12-game slate of friendlies.Jonathan Tannenwald
Gio Reyna seizes his moment with the USMNT, and is now in the World Cup raceMauricio Pochettino gave Reyna a big chance, and he delivered a big goal and assist. There aren't many moments in national team soccer, so when you get one, you have to take it. This time, he did.Jonathan Tannenwald
Gio Reyna seizes his moment with the USMNT, and is now in the World Cup raceMauricio Pochettino gave Reyna a big chance, and he delivered a big goal and assist. There aren't many moments in national team soccer, so when you get one, you have to take it. This time, he did.Jonathan Tannenwald
Gio Reyna and Folarin Balogun lead the USMNT to a win over Paraguay at Subaru ParkReyna scored the opener and assisted the winner to extend the Americans' unbeaten run to four games. Brenden Aaronson also played well, to the delight of the hometown crowd in Chester.Jonathan Tannenwald
Gio Reyna and Folarin Balogun lead the USMNT to a win over Paraguay at Subaru ParkReyna scored the opener and assisted the winner to extend the Americans' unbeaten run to four games. Brenden Aaronson also played well, to the delight of the hometown crowd in Chester.Jonathan Tannenwald
The USMNT’s new tactics seem made for Sergiño Dest, but how much will he play in them?Time is running out for Dest to get reps the right wingback role where he could thrive. Plus a look at Gio Reyna's status, with praise for his work in practice this week from U.S. captain Tim Ream.Jonathan Tannenwald
The USMNT’s new tactics seem made for Sergiño Dest, but how much will he play in them?Time is running out for Dest to get reps the right wingback role where he could thrive. Plus a look at Gio Reyna's status, with praise for his work in practice this week from U.S. captain Tim Ream.Jonathan Tannenwald
Six years since leaving the Union, Auston Trusty comes full circle with the USMNTThe Media native has stayed close to his hometown and his old club, serving on the Union academy's board. Now his play at Scotland's Celtic has earned him a new shot with the U.S. national team.Jonathan Tannenwald
Six years since leaving the Union, Auston Trusty comes full circle with the USMNTThe Media native has stayed close to his hometown and his old club, serving on the Union academy's board. Now his play at Scotland's Celtic has earned him a new shot with the U.S. national team.Jonathan Tannenwald
Brenden Aaronson and Mark McKenzie relish their USMNT homecoming on the Union’s turfThe U.S. team's quartet of Union alumni — Aaronson, McKenzie, Auston Trusty, and Matt Freese — have been this week's guests of honor in Chester. They've also reunited with longtime friends.Jonathan Tannenwald
Brenden Aaronson and Mark McKenzie relish their USMNT homecoming on the Union’s turfThe U.S. team's quartet of Union alumni — Aaronson, McKenzie, Auston Trusty, and Matt Freese — have been this week's guests of honor in Chester. They've also reunited with longtime friends.Jonathan Tannenwald
Haji Wright cashed in on a big chance with the USMNT last month. Now he gets another one.His two goals against Australia went a long way toward punching his ticket to the World Cup. This month, he'll split time with the U.S. team's other top strikers, Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi.Jonathan Tannenwald
Haji Wright cashed in on a big chance with the USMNT last month. Now he gets another one.His two goals against Australia went a long way toward punching his ticket to the World Cup. This month, he'll split time with the U.S. team's other top strikers, Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi.Jonathan Tannenwald
Tyler Adams is off the USMNT roster again, so the rest of the squad must adjust again The star midfielder was a last-minute scratch from the roster after suffering a head injury in a collision while playing for his club, England’s Bournemouth, Jonathan Tannenwald
Tyler Adams is off the USMNT roster again, so the rest of the squad must adjust again The star midfielder was a last-minute scratch from the roster after suffering a head injury in a collision while playing for his club, England’s Bournemouth, Jonathan Tannenwald
Mauricio Pochettino reflects on the USMNT’s progress, and looks forward to his first game in PhillyThe U.S. manager sat down with The Inquirer to talk about the highs and lows of the journey to the World Cup along with his admiration for the Union's contribution to the national team program.Jonathan Tannenwald
Mauricio Pochettino reflects on the USMNT’s progress, and looks forward to his first game in PhillyThe U.S. manager sat down with The Inquirer to talk about the highs and lows of the journey to the World Cup along with his admiration for the Union's contribution to the national team program.Jonathan Tannenwald
Brenden Aaronson and Mark McKenzie are set for a long-awaited USMNT homecomingThe Union's most famous alumni will be joined by two more who've done well elsewhere, Auston Trusty and Matt Freese, as the U.S. plays Paraguay at Subaru Park and Uruguay in Tampa this month.Jonathan Tannenwald
Brenden Aaronson and Mark McKenzie are set for a long-awaited USMNT homecomingThe Union's most famous alumni will be joined by two more who've done well elsewhere, Auston Trusty and Matt Freese, as the U.S. plays Paraguay at Subaru Park and Uruguay in Tampa this month.Jonathan Tannenwald
The Union’s Frankie Westfield was one of the U.S.’ breakout players at the FIFA under-20 World CupThe Northeast Philadelphia native helped the Americans reach the quarterfinals with wins over France and Italy along the way. Now he's back with the club in time for Saturday's regular-season finale.Jonathan Tannenwald
The Union’s Frankie Westfield was one of the U.S.’ breakout players at the FIFA under-20 World CupThe Northeast Philadelphia native helped the Americans reach the quarterfinals with wins over France and Italy along the way. Now he's back with the club in time for Saturday's regular-season finale.Jonathan Tannenwald
With two more starts, Wayne’s Matt Freese remains atop the USMNT goalkeeper depth chartIt was somewhat surprising that Mauricio Pochettino started the former Union netminder in both of this month's games. But it may have solidified the depth chart heading toward the World Cup.Jonathan Tannenwald
With two more starts, Wayne’s Matt Freese remains atop the USMNT goalkeeper depth chartIt was somewhat surprising that Mauricio Pochettino started the former Union netminder in both of this month's games. But it may have solidified the depth chart heading toward the World Cup.Jonathan Tannenwald
‘The World Cup is actually coming:’ FIFA Philly 26 opens doors to new volunteer hub in the Fashion DistrictApplications have since closed, and officials estimate that over 26,000 people will now be screened at the center before potentially being selected and trained to volunteerSean McKeown
‘The World Cup is actually coming:’ FIFA Philly 26 opens doors to new volunteer hub in the Fashion DistrictApplications have since closed, and officials estimate that over 26,000 people will now be screened at the center before potentially being selected and trained to volunteerSean McKeown
