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USA vs. Haiti, 2026 Nations League Quarterfinals: Community player ratings
The United States thumps Haiti 6‑0 in the CONCACAF Nations League quarter‑final first leg in Miami on Nov. 14, 2026. After a modest 10‑minute opener by Auston Trusty (header from Sebastian Berhalter free kick), the US explodes in the second half: Julian Hall nets his first competitive USMNT goal, Christian Pulisic adds a brace, and Weston McKennie and Folarin Balogun each score. Goalkeeper Diego Kochen makes a key save early, while Haiti’s effort is halted by an offside call. The win sets the US up to protect a six‑goal lead in the second leg, Pochettino’s penultimate match. Community votes will decide the man of the match.
USA vs. Haiti, 2026 Concacaf Nations League Quarterfinals: Time, TV schedule, streaming and match thread
The US Men’s National Team faces Haiti in the first leg of the 2026 CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinals on Nov. 14, kicking off at 4:30 p.m. ET at Miami’s Nu Stadium. The match, moved from Kingston to Miami to tap the local Haitian diaspora, is Pochettino’s last USMNT charge before he departs for Manchester United; his goal is to reach the Nations League finals and secure Gold Cup qualification. TV options include TNT, truTV and Universo, with streaming on HBO Max, Peacock and FuboTV. The article also hosts a live match thread for fan discussion.
Concacaf Nations League USMNT vs. Haiti – first leg preview
The USMNT faces Haiti in the first leg of the CONCACAF Nations League amid the looming exit of manager Mauricio Pochettino, who departs for Manchester after the match. With the core squad back, the United States plans to press high, using a back line of Chris Richards, Antonee Robinson and a new right‑back, while midfield will be marshaled by Weston McKennie and Tyler Adams, possibly joined by Malik Tillman, Jack McGlynn or Sebastian Berhalter. Attack should feature Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun and a third Musketeer such as Cavan Sullivan. Haiti, still reeling from a tough World Cup debut, will likely sit deep, making the USA favorites for an early and multiple‑goal victory.
Mauricio Pochettino to leave USMNT for Manchester United
U.S. Soccer confirms that head coach Mauricio Pochettino will leave the USMNT after the upcoming Haiti matches to become Manchester United's manager. Pochettino departs with a 21‑12‑2 record over 35 games, having guided the United States to a Round of 16 finish at the 2026 World Cup and a record three wins in the tournament, though he never captured a trophy. He will coach his final two fixtures – a CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal and its second leg – before interim U‑23 boss Steve Cherundolo takes over for a friendly versus Jamaica. The federation has launched a swift search for a permanent successor ahead of 2027 qualifiers and the Gold Cup.
Megan Rapinoe, Jozy Altidore, & Julie Ertz named as 2027 National Hall of Fame inductees
The 2027 National Soccer Hall of Fame class was unveiled on Nov. 12, adding Jozy Altidore, Sir David Beckham, Julie Ertz, Lothar Osiander, Megan Rapinoe and indoor legend Tatu. Altidore (115 caps, 42 goals), Rapinoe (203 caps, 63 goals, two World Cups, Olympic gold) and Ertz (123 caps, 20 goals, 2015/2019 World Cup wins) enter as players after retiring in 2023. Beckham and Tatu join as veterans, while Osiander is honored as a builder. Induction will occur in April 2027 in Frisco, Texas, after a shortlist narrowed from 220 nominees. The Hall requires retirees to meet specific international or league criteria.
USA vs. Haiti, 2026-27 CONCACAF Nations League: Scouting Haiti
The US Men's National Team heads into the CONCACAF Nations League quarter‑finals against Haiti, with Mauricio Pochettino seeking a fourth title. The two‑leg tie pits the USA (8‑6‑5 all‑time lead) at Nu Stadium in Miami and TQL Stadium in Cincinnati against a resurgent Haitian side that just reached the quarterfinals after beating Trinidad & Tobago, Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic. New coach David Badia, a 52‑year‑old Spaniard with La Masia roots, has named a 25‑player roster featuring 18 Europe‑based players, including forwards Wilson Isidor (Sunderland) and Frantzdy Pierrot (AEK Athens). Haiti will line up in a 4‑2‑3‑1, relying on left‑side attacks and a high‑press strategy to spoil the USA’s run.
USA Soccercast, Episode 203: Is Pochettino leaving for Manchester United?
In Episode 203 of USA Soccercast, hosts dissect the hot rumor that USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino may soon exit for Manchester United, a move that could leave the team short‑handed ahead of their CONCACAF Nations League quarter‑final against Haiti. They review Pochettino’s past Manchester United links, assess the impact on the senior squad’s youth‑focused roster, and discuss the US U‑17 team's withdrawal from the Qatar World Cup over safety concerns. The episode offers a timely look at how the speculated departure could reshape U.S. men’s soccer during a critical international window.
Mauricio Pochettino reportedly on Manchester United’s managerial search list
Mauricio Pochettino, the United States men's national team coach, tops Manchester United’s shortlist to replace Michael Carrick as the Red Devils languish in the relegation zone. The Argentine‑English manager’s résumé includes a Champions League final with Tottenham and an attacking USMNT that performed solidly at the 2026 World Cup. However, his contract contains a clause requiring United to pay US Soccer $10 million to release him. With the 2030 World Cup four years away, United could still reshape the squad under new leadership.
The USMNT’s new guard gets its chance
Mauricio Pochettino’s post‑World Cup USMNT roster features 12 players with fewer than 10 caps, spotlighting a fresh defensive and attacking core. Teen left‑back/reclined wing‑back Reed Baker‑Whiting (Nashville SC) and 21‑year‑old midfielder Santiago Castañeda (Paderborn) are vying for minutes, while 18‑year‑old winger Julian Hall and 17‑year‑old midfielder Adri Mehmeti (NYRB) earn their first senior camps. Striker Justin Ellis already scored within four minutes of his debut, and 24‑year‑old defender George Campbell steps into Tim Ream’s shoes after the veteran’s retirement. Other prospects include towering forward Neil Pierre, Rennes‑based right‑back Bryan Reynolds, and midfield boost from Jack McGlynn. All are set to compete in upcoming Nations League fixtures.
USMNT midweek viewing guide: Quiet time
The midweek schedule is unusually quiet, with no USMNT stars playing and Niko Gioacchini sidelined by an ACL tear. The only notable U.S.‑born talent is 19‑year‑old Christian McFarlane, who appears for Leicester in an EFL Trophy match on Tuesday. Thursday features Italy vs France in the Nations League, where dual‑national Luca Koleosho could be permanently cap‑tied to Italy, and a CONCACAF Nations League quarter‑final between Curaçao and Panama. Friday brings several CONCACAF fixtures: UAE vs Honduras, Saint Martin vs El Salvador, Ecuador vs Costa Rica, and Canada vs Guatemala. All kickoffs are listed in Eastern time.
USMNT weekend viewing guide: Decisions
The USMNT’s weekend viewing guide highlights key matches and injury updates as MLS wraps up on Saturday. Eastern Conference games kick off at 4 p.m., Western at 7 p.m., followed by USMNT head‑to‑head fixtures before camp. Watch Joe Scally’s VAR‑reversed goal in Hamburg vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach, Gianluca Busio’s return for Venezia, and the Gio Reyna‑Mark McKenzie showdown in Toulouse vs. Strasbourg. Aaronson sees limited minutes for Leeds against Tottenham, while Cole Campbell scores for Elversberg before they face Dortmund. New USMNT call‑ups Santiago Castaneda (Paderborn) and Mathis Albert (Dortmund) are also noted.
SSFC Spotlight: Trinity Byars finding the back of the net
Trinity Byars rebounds from a season‑ending ACL injury to become a pivotal striker for the San Diego Wave. The 23‑year‑old, a former Texas Longhorn star with 11 goals and three assists in 24 NWSL games, helped secure a 2‑1 win over Washington Spirit and earned NWSL Player of the Week in Week 19. Byars, who was the nation’s top recruit and a two‑time All‑American, has signed a contract extension through 2028 after contributing to the Wave’s second‑place finish and CONCACAF Champions League berth. She also remains on the U.S. youth national team radar, having featured in U‑17 and U‑20 World Cups.
Pochettino names USMNT roster for Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals
Mauricio Pochettino reveals the U.S. Men’s National Team’s 25‑man roster for the Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals against Haiti on Nov. 14 and 17. Goalkeepers include Matt Freese and Diego Kochen; defenders feature Sergiño Dest, Antonee Robinson and newcomer Bryan Reynolds. Midfield sees the return of Weston McKennie, plus Tyler Adams and Gio Reyna, while forwards Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun and Cavan Sullivan lead the attack. The matches, a ticket to the March Nations League Finals and the 2027 Gold Cup, will be staged at Miami’s Nu Stadium and Cincinnati’s TQL Stadium. First‑call‑ups Reed Baker‑Whiting and Santiago Castañeda add fresh depth.
Emma Hayes names almost everyone to USWNT preliminary roster
Emma Hayes releases a massive 51‑player USWNT preliminary roster ahead of World Cup qualifying starts later this month. The list features goalkeepers like Angelina Anderson (Angel City) and Phallon Tullis‑Joyce (Man United); defenders such as Eva Gaetino, Tara Rudd and Naomi Girma; midfielders including Rose Lavelle and Jaelin Howell; and forwards like Alyssa Thompson, Mallory Swanson and Trinity Rodman. Hayes must trim the squad to 23 as the qualifiers determine spots for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
USMNT weekend roundup: Puli scores, Pepi back
USMNT players light up the weekend across five leagues. Ricardo Pepi makes a dramatic return from injury, scoring and assisting in PSV’s 7‑0 Eredivisie rout of Willem II. Christian Pulisic nets the winner in AC Milan’s 3‑1 Serie A derby over Inter. Brian White tallies a brace and earns Player of the Match as Vancouver beats Seattle 5‑1, while Julian Hall and Jack McGlynn each score for the Red Bulls and Stoke City respectively. Injured‑return striker Justin Ellis sees 28 minutes in Orlando’s 0‑4 loss, and other Americans contribute goals, assists and chances in MLS, Bundesliga, Ligue 1 and the Austrian league.
USMNT midweek viewing guide: Malik vs Weah; Pepi back
Your midweek football guide is packed with action across Europe and the MLS. Highlights include Bayer Leverkusen vs Marseille (3 p ET) featuring Malik Tillman and Tim Weah in the Europa League, and PSV Eindhoven hosting Club Brugge with Ricardo Pepi back on the field. Serie A sees Atalanta take on Parma, while the Champions League delivers Atlético Madrid vs Bayern Munich and Villarreal vs PSG. In the EFL Championship, Blackburn face Stoke City and Derby County host Norwich, with former Derby striker Patrick Agyemang returning from an Achilles injury. All kick‑offs are listed in Eastern time and streamed on platforms like Paramount+, Apple TV (MLS Season Pass), and Peacock.
USMNT weekend viewing guide: time to make an impression
This weekend’s match slate is crucial for USMNT hopefuls ahead of Mauricio Pochettino’s Nations League roster announcement. Key games to watch include Villarreal vs. Espanyol (4 p ET on ESPN+, where US‑born defender Alex Freeman scored his first goal), Levante vs. Atlético Madrid (9 a ET on ESPN/ESPN+ with Cardoso’s injury status in question), and Bundesliga fixtures featuring US players Joe Scally and Malik Tillman. Also on the docket: Elversberg‑Mainz, Stoke City‑Preston, Bayer Leverkusen‑Stuttgart, and Mönchengladbach‑Paderborn, each offering national‑team exposure on broadcast networks. Adjust for Sunday’s time‑change and tune in to see who makes the impression before the November window.
Silence of the Goals: The US Soccer horror movie
A dense smoke cloud from fan activities delays the MLS Cup Western Conference Final between Houston Dynamo and LAFC at BMO Stadium on Dec. 2, 2023, prompting the article’s Halloween‑themed analogy that pits US Soccer stars against horror‑movie villains. The piece spotlights players like Tierna Davidson, Alyssa Thompson, Lindsey Heaps, Trinity Rodman and Rose Lavelle, likening their on‑field traits to fearless protagonists navigating fear. It also critiques a perceived lack of depth among certain male players, framing them as flawed “sympathetic doomed guys.” By blending match details with pop‑culture metaphors, the article explores how skill, composure and resilience decide who survives the sport’s “horror” moments.
SSFC Spotlight: Zane Okoro seeking consistency in League Two
Nineteen‑year‑old American winger Zane Okoro is on loan at Tranmere Rovers from Lincoln City, aiming for consistency in League Two. After a prolific youth spell – 13 goals in 22 U‑18 games and a Floodlit Cup win – he debuted senior‑level football with a 4‑0 FA Cup win for Lincoln and scored in the EFL Trophy. A loan to NIFL side Coleraine saw him play 40 matches, net four goals and earn an Irish Cup. Back in England, Okoro has featured in 11 games for Tranmere, scoring in consecutive fixtures against Newport County and Rotherham before a recent injury sidelined him. Eligible for the US, England and Nigeria, he remains uncapped but attracts interest from Premier League clubs.
USA Soccercast, Episode 202: Welcome To Miami, Byenveni nan Miami
In Episode 202 of USA Soccercast, the hosts break down the USMNT’s upcoming South Florida fixtures. They explain why the CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal against Haiti was relocated to Miami after Haiti received a special exemption, and preview the December 13 match in Fort Lauderdale versus Jamaica—a key stage for MLS‑based prospects to earn caps and attract European interest. The episode also introduces the new Crest Cup, an open tournament for NWSL and USL Super League clubs, and discusses its potential growth. Follow the podcast on Bluesky, Twitter, and YouTube for more insights.
Christian Pulisic reportedly signing new contract with AC Milan
Christian Pulisic is set to extend his AC Milan contract through 2031, keeping the USMNT star at the Italian club until age 32, per ESPN. The deal follows his post‑World Cup injury comeback, where he quickly reclaimed a key attacking role as Serie A resumes. While his recovery caused him to miss the latest USMNT window, Pulisic remains a vital asset for manager Mauricio Pochettino, despite competition from fellow U.S. attackers like Gio Reyna and Cavan Sullivan.
USMNT midweek viewing guide: On we go
Your midweek USMNT viewing guide drops a packed schedule of games featuring American talent across Europe and MLS. Highlights include Alex Freeman’s Copa del Rey debut for Villarreal against Manacor (4 p.m. ESPN+/Fubo), Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah starring for AC Milan vs Bologna (1:30 p.m. Paramount+), and Tyler Adams with Bournemouth in the Carabao Cup (3:45 p.m. Paramount+). MLS action kicks off Thursday night with New England vs NY Red Bulls (7:30 p.m.) and Chicago Fire vs Orlando City (8:30 p.m.). The guide also lists Ligue 1, DFB‑Pokal, Serie A, and Scottish Premiership fixtures, noting injury returns and trial streaming options.
USMNT weekend viewing guide: Fall colors
Your weekend soccer lineup is packed, starting Friday with Stuttgart vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach and Bolton vs. Middlesbrough. Saturday features MLS match‑ups like CF Montréal vs. Nashville SC, NY Red Bulls vs. Inter Miami, plus La Liga action: Valencia vs. Villarreal and Atlético Madrid vs. Deportivo. Sunday crowns the schedule with Premier League clashes—Crystal Palace vs. Newcastle and Manchester United vs. Bournemouth—plus Ligue 1’s PSG vs. Lyon, where USMNT’s Tanner Tessmann returns, and Serie A’s Juve vs. Lecce featuring Weston McKennedy. All games broadcast on MLS Season Pass, Peacock, ESPN+, beIN Sports and more, with kickoff times in Eastern time.
Naomi Girma doubtful for USWNT World Cup qualifying
Naomi Girma is listed as doubtful for the upcoming USWNT World Cup qualifying matches after missing recent friendlies against Spain, where the U.S. defense conceded four goals. Coach Emma Hayes faces a crucial test to shore up the backline without the injured center‑back as the team only needs a quarter‑final finish to secure a World Cup berth. The article highlights the defensive concerns and the impact of Girma’s absence on the squad’s qualifying campaign.
USMNT midweek roundup: Unlikely heroes
The USMNT’s midweek round‑up spotlights surprise contributors across clubs. Striker Samuel Adeniran (28) logged 25 minutes off the bench to assist LASK’s dramatic 3‑2 Champions League win over Sporting CP. Damion Downs (22) scored his penalty in St. Louis City’s 0‑0 (5‑3) shootout triumph over Columbus Crew in the US Open Cup final. Midfielders Alex Zendejas (28) earned Man of the Match with a goal, assist and three chances as América thumped Atlas 5‑2, while Malik Tillman (24) added an assist in Bayer Leverkusen’s 2‑0 Europa League win. Others included Weston McKennie’s four created chances for Juventus, Sergiño Dest’s chance creation in PSV’s 1‑0 Champions League victory, and Daniel Edelman’s winning penalty in the US Open Cup shootout.
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