Articles tagged: U.S. Soccer


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The Sports Sermon: Bruce Arena, MLS, and el Clasico

In this episode of The Sports Sermon, host Nick Gavio talks soccer with Associate Editor Jon Block and Halftime Sports Editor Jorge DeNeve.

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Copa América Centenario: Round Two Analysis

Round two is officially complete. Where the teams stand, and what they must do to survive, are clearer now. Group A   USA 4-0 Costa Rica This was much better... Read more

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Copa América Centenario: Round One Analysis

With the first round of this expanded, special-edition Copa América finished, it’s time to take a look at where the teams stand and how well they did. Group A USA... Read more

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Jurgen Klinsmann’s Conundrum

On October 15, 2015, Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber claimed that Jurgen Klinsmann, the United States men’s national team manager, made comments detrimental to the league when the former German... Read more

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Soccer Politics: Klinsmann, Controversy and Culture

Jurgen Klinsmann has been a controversial figure for U.S. Soccer ever since he was first appointed manager of the United States Men’s National Team in 2011. His background and credentials... Read more

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The Inevitable Rise of the MLS

Things are changing for professional soccer in the United States. Earlier this year, Orlando City SC and NYCFC squared off in front of a crowd of 62,538 screaming fans. Both... Read more