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World Cup 2022: USMNT's path to Qatar in March qualifying
Doug McIntyre looks at how the USMNT can qualify for the World Cup in their final three matches — and how things could go wrong. MARCH 14, 2022
2022 World Cup: USMNT stock watch heading into March window
Doug McIntyre looks at the state of the USMNT heading into the crucial March World Cup qualifying window. MARCH 8, 2022
Why Gio Reyna, Ricardo Pepi, other young U.S. stars flock to Germany
Doug McIntyre examines what makes Germany the ideal spot for young American soccer stars to hone their craft. MARCH 2, 2022
FIFA's ban on Russia adds new layer to Ukraine conflict
Sports and politics sometimes become interlaced, and there is simply no avoiding it, Martin Rogers writes. MARCH 1, 2022
Russia banned by FIFA, UEFA soccer bodies amid Ukrainian invasion
The decision came Monday from FIFA and UEFA, saying Russia’s national teams and clubs were suspended “until further notice.” FEBRUARY 28, 2022
USMNT veterans reflect on team's growing diversity
To celebrate Black History Month, Doug McIntyre talks with several USMNT veterans about the team's increase in diversity. FEBRUARY 25, 2022
USMNT star Gio Reyna injured on first start in six months
U.S. Men's National Team star Giovanni Reyna exited his first game back with Dortmund in six months with an apparent injury. FEBRUARY 21, 2022
World Cup 2022: State of El Tri heading into match vs. USMNT
Mexico are well-positioned to qualify for Qatar 2022 but aren’t inspiring much confidence beyond that, Doug McIntyre writes. FEBRUARY 18, 2022
World Cup 2022: Gregg Berhalter still trying to win over U.S. fans
Alexi Lalas examines the particular nature of U.S. soccer fans and their relationship with USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter. FEBRUARY 17, 2022
World Cup 2022: State of the USMNT heading into March window
Pressure is mounting for a young and talented U.S. squad to deliver in March qualifying and in Qatar, Doug McIntyre writes. FEBRUARY 17, 2022
USMNT earn three points, confidence boost vs. Honduras
Doug McIntyre offers his takeaways from the Americans' 3-0 win over the Hondurans on a frigid Wednesday in Minnesota. FEBRUARY 3, 2022
World Cup qualifying top plays: U.S. defeats Honduras in chilly temps
The USMNT dominated Honduras in a key World Cup qualifier in the cold. Check out the top plays from the match. FEBRUARY 3, 2022
World Cup Qualifying: Colombia in danger of being shut out
Colombia are now on the outside looking in at the World Cup. David Mosse sizes up the state of South American qualifying. FEBRUARY 2, 2022
World Cup Qualifying: Dear USMNT, it's time to start winning
The USMNT need to start winning their way toward the World Cup, not tiptoeing slowly in its general direction, Martin Rogers writes. FEBRUARY 2, 2022
World Cup Qualifying: USMNT entering must-win game vs. Honduras
On Wednesday vs. Honduras, the USMNT must also contend with pressure, injuries and weather concerns, Doug McIntyre writes. FEBRUARY 2, 2022
World Cup Qualifying: USMNT shut out by Canada, must beat Honduras
The USMNT's path to Qatar took a detour Sunday as the loss to Canada sets up a must-win game vs. Honduras, writes Doug McIntyre. JANUARY 31, 2022
USMNT earn three critical points, with room to improve
It wasn't very pretty or convincing, but the USMNT notched three points Thursday against El Salvador, Doug McIntyre writes. JANUARY 28, 2022
World Cup Qualifying: Clinch scenarios come into focus for USMNT
Clinching is a long shot in this window, but seven points would put the U.S. on a clear path to Qatar, Doug McIntyre writes. JANUARY 27, 2022
World Cup qualifying: Brazil, Argentina turn to young stars
With Neymar and Messi sidelined, Brazil and Argentina will feature young stars in the upcoming World Cup qualifying window, David Mosse writ... JANUARY 26, 2022
World Cup Qualifying: USMNT must be ruthless, Alexi Lalas says
Alexi Lalas says the USMNT must be greedy and ruthless to win all three games in this World Cup qualifying window. JANUARY 25, 2022
USMNT roster: Five players to watch in World Cup qualifying
Doug McIntyre highlights five players to watch as the U.S. Men's National Team enters a big three-match World Cup qualifying window. JANUARY 22, 2022
World Cup Qualifying: USMNT stock watch for January window
Before the next qualifying window, Doug McIntyre checks in on the USMNT stars playing abroad who will feature this month. JANUARY 11, 2022
Why Ricardo Pepi left FC Dallas for German club Augsburg
As Ricardo Pepi prepares for his debut in the Bundesliga, Doug McIntyre details how he came to sign with FC Augsburg. JANUARY 6, 2022
World Cup Qualifying: What to expect in the January window
Doug McIntyre breaks down how scheduling, location, weather and COVID could impact World Cup qualifying this month. JANUARY 4, 2022
NFL parity, CFP expansion and other New Year's resolutions
From the CFP to Coach K, Martin Rogers provides a list of things he’d like to see from the sports world in the year to come. DECEMBER 31, 2021