https://theamericanpitch.comhttps://theamericanpitch.com/4-usa-players-playing-final-world-cup-2026?utm_source=RSSJames Fudge01kq00drfbkdThe 2026 World Cup in the USA will mean everything to the USMNT chosen roster but are multiple players willing for it to be their last World Cup?Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:00:01 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/3-bold-predictions-usa-ahead-2026-world-cup?utm_source=RSSRobert Wheeler01kq4gtbzbd5Soccer could really take off in the United States if these three things happen at the World Cup. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:00:03 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/who-ricardo-pepi-club-history-best-position-usmnt-stats?utm_source=RSSJamie Kemble01kq08a6cx7eA look at the life and career of USMNT star Ricardo Pepi, who is likely to be a key squad player at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:03 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/3-reasons-matt-freese-must-start-world-cup-turner-experience?utm_source=RSSJames Malayang01kq0a036de8Hot take: The USMNT is going to have someone named Matt start at goalkeeper. It should be Matt Freese.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:45:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/who-matt-turner-player-history-position-usmnt-stats?utm_source=RSSRobert Wheeler01kpzrznggpqMatt Turner was the starting goalkeeper for the USMNT at the last World Cup. Here's everything U.S.A. fans must know about him.Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:00:01 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/3-ways-mauricio-pochettino-could-solve-usmnt-balogun-vs-wright-headache?utm_source=RSSBen Gray01kpzjm1k3z2Is there a way Mauricio Pochettino could get both Folarin Balogun and Haji Wright into his forward line for the United States at the World Cup?Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/make-no-mistake-christian-pulisic-key-part-usmnt-hopes-summer?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kpt8k3yq82Heading into his tenth year as part of the senior USMNT lineup, Christian Pulisic will more than likely find himself contesting a home World Cup. Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:00:01 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/who-folarin-balogun-player-history-position-usmnt-stats?utm_source=RSSRobert Wheeler01kpwvb270cgFolarin Balogun is arguably the best striker that the USMNT has right now. The 24-year-old has the potential to be one of the best forwards in Europe. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/who-matt-freese-player-history-position-usmnt-stats?utm_source=RSSRobert Wheeler01kpxctmgzbwMatt Freese is currently the USMNT's number one goalkeeper. The New York City FC keeper has become one of the best in MLS.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:58:42 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/usa-fans-love-christian-pulisic-just-said-about-world-cup-usmnt?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kpzbwa0gt3Christian Pulisic just poured more gas onto the World Cup fire and fans of the USMNT will love what he's had to say.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:15:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/who-tyler-adams-player-history-position-usmnt-stats?utm_source=RSSJames Fudge01kpwt4f3pf3Tyler Adams is an important part of the USMNT for the 2026 World Cup as he will retain the captain armband, so who is Tyler Adams?Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:45:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/3-reasons-folarin-balogun-must-start-world-cup-even-haji-wright-form?utm_source=RSSJames Malayang01kpxj61eycnHere are three reasons why, even with Haji Wright's hot form, Folarin Balogun simply has to start for the USMNT.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:37:52 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/uswnt-set-face-world-ranked-number-6-team-pair-june-friendlies-road?utm_source=RSSBen Gray01kpx9rks2txAs announced on Thursday, the USWNT will face Brazil in São Paulo and Fortaleza in a pair of June friendlies as part of their World Cup preparation. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:56:25 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/perhaps-matt-freese-isnt-1-option-usmnt-fans-thought?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kpx6zdfg3jWearing #1 and being #1 are two different things. In the harshest way possible, Matt Turner isn't as nailed in the USMNT as fans would have thought.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:52:23 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/haji-wright-just-did-something-remarkable-no-usmnt-player-ever-matched?utm_source=RSSBen Gray01kptekcajzhUSMNT forward Haji Wright has scored 18 goals this season, helping Coventry gain promotion back to the Premier League for the first time since 2001. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:17:56 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/everything-new-usmnt-fans-need-know-cornerstone-chris-richards?utm_source=RSSJames Malayang01kpttxk8hfvChris Richards has already arrived, with 36 appearances for the USMNT, but what should new USMNT fans expect of him?Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:00:03 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/who-weston-mckennie-player-history-position-usmnt-stats?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kptcfj64g2Weston McKennie is one of the best players available to the USMNT. Here's a rundown of his player history, best position & USMNT stats.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:13:32 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/weston-mckennie-tried-bring-pizza-ranch-italy-but-work-progress?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kpr0my2w59Weston McKennie famously told Giorgio Chiellini he should try out ranch on his pizza. Convincing the rest of Juventus is... a work in progress.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:09:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/gisele-thompson-standout-field-family-exceptional-players?utm_source=RSSMarjani Taylor01kpp7haext4With a year still to go before the women's World Cup, Gisele Thompson made a powerful early case for her inclusion on the roster.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:03 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/no-brainer-sebastian-berhalter-decision-making-itself-mauricio-pochettino?utm_source=RSSNoah Guttman01kpqhr86ethThe MLS campaign saw Sebastian Berhalter make an impact en route to an MLS Cup Final appearance. His efforts could soon be rewarded as the World Cup is near. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:35:25 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/uswnt-world-cup-winner-gave-super-league-timely-boost?utm_source=RSSDaniel Becker01kpptakf85pOne World Cup winner is planning on playing in the rival pro league in the US.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:00:04 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/weston-mckennie-pinpointed-best-position-everybody-forgot-existed?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kpnwb5p42sWeston McKennie is preparing for a huge summer. USMNT fans know him as Mr Versatile, but McKennie knows his favorite position.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:23:22 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/cost-each-usmnt-game-2026-world-cup?utm_source=RSSJames Fudge01kp6asyn5bnA home World Cup for USMNT supporters offers a great opportunity but is FIFA pricing loyal soccer fans out of attending the games? Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:32:41 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/dream-mauricio-pochettino-replacement-just-landed-usmnt-lap?utm_source=RSSBen Gray01kpn158jjqzMauricio Pochettino is highly unlikely to continue to be USMNT manager beyond the World Cup, so is there a clear front-runner to succeed him? Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:20:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/3-keys-usmnt-come-out-its-world-cup-group?utm_source=RSSJames Malayang01kpbc6pshprHere are three keys for the USMNT to get out of its World Cup group, which includes Paraguay, Australia, and Türkiye.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:12:45 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/uswnt-fans-love-emma-hayes-said-about-phallon-tullis-joyce?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp82yqceewPhallon Tullis-Joyce was given another chance to impress for the USWNT, and impress she did. Emma Hayes explained the reason for her selection.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:30:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/3-usmnt-players-turning-heads-across-europe-season?utm_source=RSSJames Fudge01kp67a7cpy9Ahead of the World Cup, the USMNT players need to be hitting form, with these 3 players attracting interest from big clubs across Europe. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:30:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/haji-wright-already-sent-crystal-clear-message-mauricio-pochettino?utm_source=RSSBen Gray01kp64pqwsvxAfter Patrick Agyemang suffered a long-term ACL injury, will Haji Wright become a key figure for Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT at the World Cup?Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:00:01 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/10-greatest-usmnt-players-all-time?utm_source=RSSRobert Wheeler01kp65qeyj4nThe USMNT has had some iconic players. In contrast to their women’s team, the USMNT has not been so successful. Regardless, here are the 10 GOATs.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:07:05 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/10-greatest-uswnt-players-all-time?utm_source=RSSRobert Wheeler01kp64xwmz3qThe Stars and Stripes have had some fantastic players. Here are the 10 greatest USWNT players of all time.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:45:53 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/3-usmnt-players-enter-2026-world-cup-thin-ice?utm_source=RSSRobert Wheeler01kp64ay3ws7The 2026 World Cup could be a make-or-break tournament for soccer in the United States. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:45:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/3-mls-players-deserve-usmnt-debut-next?utm_source=RSSRobert Wheeler01kp64nvdzeeSince he has been the USMNT head coach, Mauricio Pochettino has been willing to give MLS players a chance, so here are three who could make their debut soon. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:15:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/emma-hayes-golden-opportunity-grant-phallon-tullis-joyce-ambitious-wish?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp60xhtd2sPhallon Tullis-Joyce is just on the cusp of being the USWNT's starting goalkeeper. Tonight, Emma Hayes should hear her out on her ambitious wish.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:40:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/uswnt-biggest-strength-bound-force-2027-headache?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp606pazwdThe USWNT is stacked with depth in one area of the field. It's a nice headache for Emma Hayes to have, but it's a headache nonetheless.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/not-even-mauricio-pochettino-fix-usmnt-biggest-looming-world-cup-problem?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp5z2sh3q4Let's be honest about one big USMNT concern. It is, unfortunately, one that Mauricio Pochettino cannot fix.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:45:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/usmnt-most-important-player-world-cup-no-longer-christian-pulisic?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp5ykxwscrWhereas before, you would be forgiven for thinking Christian Pulisic is the USMNT's most important player, his teammate has stolen that title graciously.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:15:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/uswnt-fans-feeling-impact-alarming-chelsea-trend?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp5xwqkrzcUSWNT fans have been quick to comment on an alarming trend which, perhaps coincidentally, involves two Chelsea players.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:30:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/mauricio-pochettino-make-usmnt-star-unhappy-one-brutal-call?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp5wtrme8hThe Patrick Agyemang injury has rocked the USMNT, but it now leaves Mauricio Pochettino with a brutal call to make.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/usmnt-enters-2026-world-cup-christian-pulisic-concern?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp5r00c2bsChristian Pulisic has been struggling to hit the heights he once hit. Could this be a problem for the USMNT at this year's World Cup?Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:45:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/uswnt-lindsey-heaps-problem-keeps-answering-itself?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp5r86kc4bWas there even a problem to begin with? Apparently so. Lindsey Heaps just keeps answering her biggest critics.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:15:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/who-emma-hayes-manager-history-profile-uswnt-head-coach?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp5rf32sxcEmma Hayes has been the USWNT head coach since 2024, after accepting the role in 2023, but what did her career look like before?Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:45:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/los-angeles-making-soccer-less-accessible-inexcusable-world-cup-decision?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp5qat5mz6LA-based soccer fans, if you want to bring the noise, you'd better bring your credit card. (Sigh)Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:15:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/usmnt-best-hope-healthy-world-cup-run-already-painfully-obvious?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp5pmtv0s2If the USMNT is to make it far in this year's World Cup, then there is one obvious area of the pitch Mauricio Pochettino must exploit.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:15:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/who-mauricio-pochettino-manager-history-profile-usmnt-head-coach?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp5n3m30q6Mauricio Pochettino will fearlessly lead the USMNT as they host this summer's World Cup. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:15:00 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/2026-fifa-world-cup-stadiums-ranked-highest-capacity?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp5me0bk0mSoccer fever is about to hit like never before in the USA. Here is every 2026 FIFA World Cup Stadium ranked by the highest capacity.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:27:48 +0000enhttps://theamericanpitch.com/3-usmnt-players-fill-big-void-left-patrick-agyemang-injury?utm_source=RSSKian Long01kp5kpmgn3fWith Patrick Agyemang confirmed to be out injured for the World Cup, here are 3 USMNT players Mauricio Pochettino could call on to fill that big void.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:14:32 +0000en