Patrick Vieira, former Arsenal and France midfielder, has left his position as coach of Strasbourg, making him a potential successor to Gregg Berhalter as the US men’s national team coach. Vieira’s departure comes less than a month before the start of the Ligue 1 season, raising speculation about his next move. Berhalter was dismissed following the US team’s disappointing Copa America performance.
US Men’s National Team coach Gregg Berhalter has insisted he is the right man to lead the team to the 2026 World Cup despite a disastrous Copa America performance that saw the host nation eliminated in the group stage. However, former players and analysts have criticized Berhalter’s leadership and called for his replacement, arguing that his tenure has not brought the desired progress and a new voice is needed to capitalize on the opportunity of hosting the World Cup.
The United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) will conclude its group stage campaign at the 2024 Copa America with a crucial match against Uruguay on Monday at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Peruvian referee Kevin Ortega will oversee the encounter, bringing a wealth of experience to the pitch.
The US Men’s National Team is using the Copa America as a crucial preparation for the 2026 World Cup, seeing it as a final test against strong competition before hosting the global event on home soil. The tournament provides a platform for players to build chemistry and gain valuable experience ahead of the World Cup, with a key focus on players who will be part of the 2026 roster.
The Oakland Roots have signed veteran striker Dom Dwyer, a former United States Men’s National Team player and MLS Cup winner. Dwyer’s signing marks a significant addition for the East Bay club, bringing experience from higher levels of the game and a proven goal-scoring ability. With over 60 goals in MLS, Dwyer will provide the Roots with a dangerous attacking threat.
