Time marches on: what the next three years will bring for the USMNT
Summary
The US men’s soccer team faces many questions about its future after missing out at the recent World Cup. Key decisions like the coach Mauricio Pochettino’s contract and the direction of the program remain unclear while the team prepares for a busy schedule of tournaments from 2027 to 2028.Key Facts
- Mauricio Pochettino’s contract as US men’s soccer coach is up, and there is an extension offer, but no decision yet.
- Matt Crocker, the sporting director, left suddenly before the World Cup to take a job in Saudi Arabia.
- The US will play in the 2027 Concacaf Nations League and Gold Cup tournaments to build momentum.
- The US won the first three Nations Leagues but did not reach the final in 2025.
- Young players who missed the recent World Cup might get a chance in 2027 tournaments.
- The goalkeeper position is uncertain, with Matt Turner aging and Matt Freese needing more experience.
- World Cup qualifying starts again in November 2027, where the US must finish in the top two of their group to advance.
- The 2028 Copa América and Los Angeles Olympics are on the calendar but not officially confirmed for the US.
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