In American soccer, who succeeds isn’t always determined by what happens on the field. From the players we promote to the opportunities they receive, the system is shaped by interests that often have little to do with sporting merit. We begin with the USWNT’s loss to Spain and what it reveals about the changing landscape […]

American youth soccer parents and coaches have plenty to complain about. From playing time and excessive travel to questionable coaching decisions and clubs competing below their level, the frustrations are everywhere. For this episode, we went into Reddit’s youth soccer forum and selected real questions from parents and coaches across the country. None of the […]

Another international window, another win over Mexico, and another glimpse into what Mauricio Pochettino is trying to build with the USMNT. The U.S. beat Mexico 3-0, giving Pochettino three straight wins with a new crop of players. The results are important, especially after the pressure he was under not long ago, but there’s something bigger […]