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2027 US Open Cup format finalized to include all domestic MLS teams
The US Open Cup is a truly unique event in American soccer. It’s a tournament that spans teams from the amateur level to pro clubs with World Cup champions on the roster. In fact, 155 amateur teams vie for the 32 Open Division spots to eventually face off against semi-pro and professional teams. MLS limited […]
Get the best of Stars and Stripes FC on the new SB Nation app
It’s a big day for Stars and Stripes FC. Today, the SB Nation app is live, and it’s the best way to follow the U.S. men’s and women’s national teams. You can download it by searching SB Nation for iOS or Android. A year ago, we made some big changes to our community, including offering […]
USMNT midweek viewing guide: Pieces in motion
Midweek action is here. MLS games are available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, in addition to any other options listed. All kickoff times are in Eastern time. Let’s get into it! Monday No notable USA players in action. Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday That’s it! Did I miss anything that matters? Let me know […]
Everton reportedly submit transfer offer for Folarin Balogun
With transfer season drawing to a close, teams in Europe are finalizing offers in an effort to bolster their lineups or otherwise throw millions of dollars worth of hope into solving problems to give them an edge for the upcoming season. One such move may see USMNT striker Folarin Balogun move to Premier League side […]
USMNT weekend roundup: Dest electric, Cavan & Pierre shine
Here’s a bullet-point rundown of USA players whose clubs played this weekend (Friday through Sunday). Players are divided by position groups (which helps my depth-chart-oriented brain to process this information most usefully). Stats are from FotMob. Striker Known injuries (there may be more): Folarin Balogun (unknown, expected back in about a week), Haji Wright (muscle […]
USA Soccercast, Episode 198: What could a joint UEFA-Concacaf Nations League look like?
We return with Episode 198, and we ask the following: what would a joint UEFA-Concacaf Nations League look like? With recent reporting that a joint Nations League was being discussed, we take the proposal and run with it. How would the various leagues be divided? More importantly, how will it help the USMNT and the […]
SSFC Spotlight: Stuart Hawkins taking opportunities down the stretch
Followers of the United States Men’s National Team are creating potential rosters for the 2030 World Cup, attempting to predict the makeup of the squad by weighing current talents against those emerging from development pathways. A lot can happen between now and then, including the integration of new additions. Stuart Hawkins is one potential name […]
USMNT weekend viewing guide: Full send
The Bundesliga joins the fray this weekend so there is a full slate and it starts with a bang on Friday with two good matches for USMNT eager fans, and the potential for a sighting in Spain as well. The restart of the Bundesliga also brings a major change to viewing habits, with those matches […]
USMNT midweek roundup – Celtic collapse
Here’s a bullet-point rundown of USA players whose clubs were in action this weekend (Saturday and Sunday). Players are divided by position groups (which helps my depth-chart-oriented brain to process this information most usefully). Stats are from FotMob. Strikers Wingers and attacking mids Center mids Fullbacks Center-backs Goalkeepers What were your takeaways? Hit the comments […]
Rokas Pukstas is reportedly the next American heading to Middlesborough
Rokas Pukstas is one of the most hyped and watched Americans has not yet played for the senior USMNT or worn the Stars and Stripes for the youth set up in a year. That hype will surely grow as it’s being reported that the midfielder is on the move from Hajduk Split to the ever […]
USMNT weekend roundup: Europe returns
Here’s a bullet-point rundown of USA players whose clubs were in action this weekend (Saturday and Sunday). Players are divided by position groups (which helps my depth-chart-oriented brain to process this information most usefully). Stats are from FotMob. Strikers Wingers and attacking mids Center mids Fullbacks Center-backs Goalkeepers What were your takeaways? Hit the comments […]
USMNT midweek viewing guide: Getting underway
Midweek action is here. MLS and Leagues Cup games are available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, in addition to any other options listed. All kickoff times are in EST. Let’s get into it! Monday Tuesday Also in action: Wednesday Also in action: Thursday Also in action: Friday Also in action: That’s it! Did […]
CONCACAF and UEFA eye joint Nations League
In recent years, CONCACAF has expanded its competition adding a Nations League for countries in the confederation as well as joining with CONMEBOL to hold iterations of a joint Copa America. It appears now that talks have begun with UEFA to hold a joint Nations League between North American and European national teams. According to […]
FIFA releases 2027 Women’s World Cup match schedule
The 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup is less than a year away, and we finally have a schedule. Yesterday, FIFA released the match schedule for the tournament, with all 64 matches receiving dates and venues. The Maracanã, the famous stadium in Rio de Janeiro, will have the honor of hosting the opening match of the […]
USMNT weekend viewing guide: We’re at it again
The EPL, Ligue 1, and Serie A all kick off their seasons this weekend while the English Championship and Dutch Eredivisie are in their second weekend (apologies). La Liga kicked off over the last week as well and this weekend feature a potential head-to-head matchup though both players would be seeing their first significant action […]
SSFC Spotlight: Taylor Huff providing creativity for Bay FC
Every year produces a new crop of potential talents for the United States Women’s National Team, with Emma Hayes working to help identify and incorporate the next wave. The Under-23 squad has had a very active 2025 and 2026, which should pay dividends down the road during upcoming World Cup cycles. Taylor Huff was a […]
USMNT defender Mark McKenzie reportedly returning to MLS
While there have been transfers and rumors of USMNT players between clubs in Europe or from MLS across the pond, one player is set to come stateside following the World Cup. USMNT center back Mark McKenzie is reportedly re-joining the Philadelphia Union. According to ESPN, McKenzie will be a designated player and is set to […]
The fall of Captain America and the return of Christian Pulisic
As the men’s European soccer season lurches forward, Americans overseas have their sights set on continuing with momentum from last season, getting a new start, taking a step forward, and other worthy motivational factors. While many are set to take the field, the most prominent USMNT star is focused on recovering from injury. Christian Pulisic […]
USMNT midweek viewing guide: Season openers
Midweek action is here. MLS games are available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, in addition to any other options listed. All kickoff times are in EST. Let’s get into it! Monday No notable USA players in action. Tuesday Wednesday Also in action: Thursday Friday Also in action: That’s it! Did I miss anything […]
What to watch for – Club vs. Country: the USMNT goes back to work
For the past two years all of the focus and attention on the national team has been around the golden generation of American players. That time can be seen as a test to see what they are capable of with the World Cup being the final exam. With the tournament behind us those players return […]
SSFC Spotlight: Neil Pierre is the new sensation
A successful soccer player can come in all shapes and sizes, with the game largely focused on speed, technique, and tactical ability instead of the force or power required by other sports. However, an imposing talent can sometimes shift the balance in crucial moments, especially if he or she also happens to possess the aforementioned […]
Lampard believes Haji Wright is ready for Premier League
The 2026-27 Premier League season begins next week, and 20 teams enter with dreams renewed for the new year. For Coventry City, who earned promotion to the Premier League after winning the EFL Championship, it will be a chance to compete in the top flight for the first time since the 2000-01 season. And USMNT […]
USWNT midfielder Olivia Moultrie out with a torn ACL
The USWNT is set to begin a year that will answer questions about the state of the team and where it stands within growing competition in women’s soccer. The team will have to answer that question for the foreseeable future without Olivia Moultrie as ESPN reported the midfielder has a torn ACL. According to the […]
USA Soccercast, Episode 197: Poch returns as FIFA burns
We’re back with Episode 197, where we discuss Mauricio Pochettino returning to the USMNT, the schedule for the USMNT and USWNT in September and October, and an update on FIFA’s growing pile of problems. First off, Poch is back for another World Cup cycle to lead the USMNT. But now that’s he’s signed on for […]
USMNT midweek viewing guide: Ramping up
Midweek action is here. All kickoff times are in EST. Leagues Cup games are available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, in addition to any other options listed. Let’s get into it! Monday Tuesday Also in action: Wednesday Also in action: Thursday Also in action: Friday Also in action: That’s it! Did I miss […]
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