Pulisic continues to be the most maddening conundrum. His disappearing act in matches is impossible to ignore, and his personality is not built for the spotlight.

It is still unclear whether or not manager Mauricio Pochettino will sign a contract extension with U.S. Soccer this summer.

Before this summer’s World Cup, FIFA asked the 48 participating teams to provide a list of songs to be played during warmups and goal celebrations and, if appropriate, after victories. On the U.S. list was John Denver’s “Take Me Home,

But while the Swiss were furious with the VAR review and referee Joao Pinheiro's decision to send off Breel Embolo, it was the correct call. The U.S. men's national team's opening match against Paraguay already sent precedent for that kind of VAR review.

Folarin Balogun fired his second goal into the top far corner of Paraguay’s net and then led his American teammates to the corner of their home stadium, reveling in the frenzy created by their historic first half at their World Cup opener.

Moments from across the Sacramento area this week include Fourth of July celebrations, 20,000 teddy bears and a World Cup defeat.

Relive the United States' unforgettable journey through the 2026 FIFA World Cup™, featuring dramatic victories, iconic moments and the performances that reignited a belief in American soccer.