Mexico City (Part 2): Therapeutic Nostalgia at the Azteca

When I woke up Friday morning, September the 8th, 2017, I had that old Winston Churchill line echoing in my head. “The GREATEST thrill a man can experience,” Churchill once said, “is to be shot at and missed.” Walking around Colonia Roma that morning, I could feel this quote being applicable to almost every man, […]

Mexico 1 USA 1: Yanks Earn Valiant Point at Azteca

Some American players, coaches, and fans will be left wondering if they let a chance at history go begging in Mexico City on Sunday night. Many more will be basking in the glory of four crucial World Cup Qualifying points in a four day span, capped off by a 1-1 draw with their bitter rivals […]

Sons of Immigrants and Refugees: A Day With the USMNT in San Diego

It is rather difficult in times like these to ignore the hate and fear mongering that is flowing around us. It is darn near impossible to not be enraged by the xenophobia and downright bigotry occurring in our country from the top down. It is additionally troubling to see the steadily deteriorating international perception of […]

Episode 15 – From San Diego with Love: USA v Serbia Reaction

Dike and Nate recap the first United States Men’s National Team match of the second Bruce Arena Era. The match finished 0-0 in sunny San Diego in front of an announced crowd of 20,079. After the match Sacha Kjestan and Alejandro Bedoya had a few choice words regarding Michael Bradley’s comments on President Trump’s recently […]

Copa America Semi-Final: U.S. Outclassed by Dominant Argentina

The United States were knocked out of the running for the Copa America title after a 4-0 semi-final dismantling in Houston at the hands of Argentina. A crowd of over 70,000 at NRG Stadium was treated to a masterclass performance from Argentine captain and international soccer poster child Lionel Messi, who with the help of […]

Jurgen Klinsmann Names 40-Player Preliminary Roster For Copa America

The Copa America Centenario is 32 days away and U.S. Men’s National Team head coach Jurgen Klinsmann will have to trim down his 40-player preliminary roster he submitted on Sunday to just 23 names before the May 20 deadline. Included in the 40-player roster are the usual names like Clint Dempsey, Tim Howard, Michael Bradley, […]

USMNT Keep World Cup Hopes Alive Following 4-0 Win Over Guatemala

U.S. fans can breathe a sigh of relief knowing the U.S. Men’s National Team is still in the hunt for a 2018 World Cup berth following a 4-0 win over Guatemala on Tuesday night in Columbus, Ohio. Facing the very real possibility of failing to qualify for the World Cup, the U.S. needed a win […]

For U.S. Men’s National Team success begins or ends at U-23 level

Facing the prospect of failing to qualify for the 2016 Olympics, the U.S. U-23 Men’s National Team (MNT) saved face on Tuesday night in Salt Lake City defeating Canada, 2-0, in the third place match at the 2015 CONCACAF Men’s Olympic Qualifying Championship. The victory advances the U-23 MNT to a home and away series against […]

Mexico advances to Confederations Cup after defeating U.S.

Paul Aguilar’s game winning goal in the 115th minute secured Mexico‘s spot in the 2017 Confederations Cup on Saturday night in front of 93,723 fans. Minutes after Bobby Wood’s equalizer in extra time looked to have saved the U.S. Men’s National Team, a clever flick from Raul Jiménez sprung Aguilar free on the corner of […]

Michael Bradley joins ranks with PUMA football

PUMA has announced it has signed a long-term contract with American soccer star, Michael Bradley.  The man nicknamed “General” Bradley for his authoritative style of play and commanding leadership will wear PUMA’s latest offerings of footwear on pitch while playing and captaining the Toronto FC and the United States Men’s National Team. Bradley has signed […]

Michael Bradley as the captain of the U.S. in the Gold Cup

There is no doubt that Michael Bradley is at the top of his game for both club and country. He heaviliy influences every match he plays, and he was crucial in the last friendlies the U.S. played against Netherlands and Germany, putting one of his best performances so far against the Dutch. Even though he did not do […]

California Homegrowns: What have they done lately?

A full recap of this past week’s events on a national stage. Players included are all Californian or considered so for one reason or another. Match recaps from June 2-9.   Men’s National Team Gyasi Zardes: Started, played 80 minutes and SCORED A GOAL in the 4-3 win against Netherlands on Friday Bobby Wood: Came […]

22-Man Roster Announced for Set of International Friendlies

With the Gold Cup just a month away, the U.S. Men’s National Team head coach Jurgen Klinsmann announced the 22 players that will be making a trip to Amsterdam and Cologne for a set of international friendlies. The USMNT will be facing Germany and the Netherlands, both of which finished in the top three of […]