Poch: USMNT must aim to match women, win WC
Mauricio Pochettino began his tenure as United States men's national team coach saying his players should aspire to achieve as much as the American women.
Pochettino: USMNT have to be able to match USWNT achievements (2:26)
Pochettino: U.S. has to believe it can win 2026 World Cup (2:07)
David Beckham attends Sven-Göran Eriksson's funeral (0:25)
Carlisle: Pochettino has a release clause in USMNT contract (1:36)
How far can Mauricio Pochettino take the USMNT at the 2026 World Cup? (2:01)
USMNT stars react to Mauricio Pochettino's appointment (1:17)
'About time!', Gomez frustrated with USMNT's delayed announcement of Pochettino (0:58)
USMNT got the best possible coach by hiring Pochettino, but it might not be enough still
Amid breaking news that Mauricio Pochettino will be the USMNT's new coach, the U.S. team has never had someone so qualified before. Can he win a World Cup?
Pochettino named USMNT coach through '26 WC
Mauricio Pochettino is the new manager of the United States men's national team, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced on Tuesday.
Ochoa targets record 6th WC after Portugal move
Goalkeeper Guillermo "Memo" Ochoa, 39, said he hopes his move to Portuguese Primeira Liga team AVS will increase his chances of being called up by Mexico for a record sixth World Cup in 2026.
Kane: I'm at peak, aiming for Ronaldo longevity
Harry Kane has said he believes he is at his "physical and mental peak" and reiterated his desire to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo by playing into his late thirties.
Rodrygo: Brazil need Neymar to win '26 World Cup
Real Madrid star Rodrygo has said that Brazil need Neymar if they are to chase a record sixth World Cup in 2026.
Kane to get 'golden cap' for 100th England game
England captain Harry Kane will earn his 100th cap against Finland in the Nations League at Wembley on Tuesday, becoming the 10th player to reach the mark, the FA said on Monday
2026 World Cup: How nations from around the world can qualify
The race for the 2026 World Cup has begun in earnest. Here's how it's looking around the globe.
Kane: Euro heartache 'fire in belly' to win '26 WC
Harry Kane has admitted he is yet to fully get over England's Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain but vowed to use the disappointment as "fire in my belly" to win the 2026 World Cup.
Cuff: It's now or never for Martinez to end Ronaldo's Portugal career (1:52)
Laurens: Ronaldo won't be good enough to play at the 2026 World Cup (2:50)
With blockbuster display, Japan might have found a way to fit all their A-listers into one cast
Brimming with talent, Japan may have found a way to fit all their star names in one starting XI after thrashing China.
Gab & Juls talk pros and cons of Pochettino for the USMNT (2:24)
England get seeding reprieve for WC qualifying
England are effectively guaranteed to be seeded in the draw for World Cup qualifying after it was confirmed a combination of UEFA Nations League (UNL) performance and FIFA World Ranking would be used.
The 18 teams contesting the third round of Asian qualifiers for the World Cup
18 teams are still in the hunt to reach the World Cup as the third round of Asian qualifiers kick off on Thursday.
Argentina urge fans to stop offensive chanting
The Argentina national team urge fans to refrain from using offensive or discriminatory chants in the World Cup CONMEBOL qualifying match against Chile on Thursday to avoid any potential sanctions by FIFA.
Judge denies Rocha appeal to run as RFEF chief
A judge has denied a request from Spanish football federation (RFEF) president Pedro Rocha to grant a temporary injunction against his suspension, leaving him unable to continue in the position, barring an urgent appeal.
USMNT transfer grades: All 13 American player moves in the summer window
The USMNT saw some notable moves in the summer transfer window. Let's grade them all, from Matt Turner to Gio Reyna and everyone in between.
FIFA World Cup Ladder
| Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 7 |
| Senegal | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| Ecuador | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| Qatar | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -6 | 0 |
| Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| England | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +7 | 7 |
| United States | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
| Iran | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 3 |
| Wales | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -5 | 1 |
| Group C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Argentina | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| Poland | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Mexico | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Saudi Arabia | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| Group D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| France | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| Australia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 6 |
| Tunisia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Denmark | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 1 |
| Group E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Japan | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| Spain | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +6 | 4 |
| Germany | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| Costa Rica | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -8 | 3 |
| Group F | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Morocco | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 |
| Croatia | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +3 | 5 |
| Belgium | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Canada | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 |
| Group G | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Brazil | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 6 |
| Switzerland | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
| Cameroon | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Serbia | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 1 |
| Group H | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Portugal | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 6 |
| South Korea | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Uruguay | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Ghana | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |