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Different-Look US Preps for Slovakia Test

By Michael CardilloNov 13th 2009 – 11:10AM

To call 2009 a busy year for the U.S. national team would be an understatement. Even labeling it a marathon wouldn't be quite right. An ultra-marathon might make more sense. Bob Bradley's team has participated in two tournaments -- the Confederations Cup and Gold Cup -- along with the final round of CONCACAF 2010 World...

U.S. on Brink of World Cup Berth

By Michael CardilloOct 9th 2009 – 3:27PM

This much is simple for the U.S. national team's Saturday night 2010 World Cup qualifier at Honduras. If the U.S. leaves San Pedro Sula with three points, then it automatically qualifies for next June's World Cup in South Africa. Anything else? Well it's so confusing that the U.S. Soccer site has established a scenario...

Clint Dempsey Ruled Out vs. Honduras

By Michael CardilloOct 5th 2009 – 2:43PM

For fans of the U.S. national team clamoring for midfielder Clint Dempsey to move from the right side of midfield to the right side of the bench, well, they've gotten their wish, though the circumstances aren't exactly ideal. Dempsey has been ruled out for Saturday's 2010 World Cup qualifier at Honduras due to a shoulder...

Honduras Brings in Big Names for Important Qualifier vs. US

By Michael CardilloSep 30th 2009 – 2:40PM

As of right now, the Oct. 10 CONCACAF World Cup qualifier between the U.S. and Honduras still has the green light from FIFA to be played in San Pedro Sula, even though the Central American nation is a state of political turmoil. Wherever the match is played, Honduras manager Reinaldo Rueda brought in a a first-choice...

Germany Thumps US at U-20 World Cup

By Michael CardilloSep 26th 2009 – 12:30PM

Maybe it's something about U.S. soccer teams playing the first games in FIFA tournaments held in Africa. Saturday in Suez, Egypt, the U.S. Under-20 national team was beaten 3-0 by Germany at the U-20 World Cup Group C opener for both teams. (If you remember, the U.S. senior national team lost to Italy 3-1 in the...

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Obama Teases David Beckham

By Michael Klopman) May 16th 2012 - 11:44AM

US President Barack Obama smiles as LA Galaxy midfielder David Beckham looks on during an event in honor of Major League Soccer champions, the LA Galaxy, in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC.

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Alan Black: Captain Klinsmann on the Amazon Bound

By Alan Black Apr 09th 2012 - 02:30PM

USA national team coach, Jurgen Klinsmann, is engaging.

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Alan Black: Major League Soccer's Balancing Act With Supporters Groups

By Alan Black Mar 03rd 2012 - 05:27PM

The atmosphere inside U.S. soccer stadiums is unique for American sports.

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  • 12/09/11 WPS still waiting on final decision Source: Cherokee Tribune - Canton GA In the middle of November, the U.S. Soccer Federation gave Women's Professional Soccer approximately two weeks to come up with a sixth team in order to earn a waiver that would allow the league to continue with Division I status.
  • 12/08/11 WPS still waiting on final decision from U.S. Soccer Source: Marietta Daily Journal - Marietta GA In the middle of November, the U.S. Soccer Federation gave Women's Professional Soccer approximately two weeks to come up with a sixth team in order to earn a waiver that would allow the league to continue with Division I status.
  • 04/12/11 Kwik Goal Extends Partnership with U.S. Soccer Source: Sporting Goods Business U.S. Soccer and Kwik Goal, Ltd. announced that their longstanding partnership has been renewed through 2014.

Background on u.s. soccer

The United States Soccer Federation (USSF), commonly referred to as U.S. Soccer, is the official governing body of the sport of Association Football primarily known as soccer in the United States.

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