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Giants of Concacaf, US look towards Gold Cup, 2026

The US rule Concacaf, and by some distance, after dominating Mexico and soundly beating Canada. What’s next?

USA vs. Mexico: The TYAC Preview

The United States opens a big summer with a testy game against their archrival. Can the US keep its unbeaten streak vs. El Tri alive?

US closes January camp with a purpose, despite uncertainty surrounding the program’s vision

The US handed a number of exciting prospects their debuts in January, beginning a new World Cup cycle with purpose even as the program faces long-term questions about its vision.

US opens new World Cup cycle amid cloud of uncertainty

With an interim coach and a roster full of new faces, the US embark on the journey of a host World Cup cycle, with little to no fanfare.

USA vs. Netherlands in the World Cup: The TYAC Preview

In a battle of unbeatens at the World Cup, the United States have more than a puncher’s chance against the Netherlands on Saturday. We break down why.

TYAC 2022 World Cup Roster Projection: Isn’t qualifying grand!

The US qualified for their first World Cup since 2014 on Wednesday night in Costa Rica. Here’s TYAC’s first post-qualification roster projection and analysis.

US begins decisive week of qualifying at Azteca: The TYAC Preview

The United States face an old rival in a daunting venue, and a tricky set of demands, in a decisive final week of World Cup qualifying.

US open massive window with El Salvador: TYAC analysis of the week ahead

An in-form US midfield and a team ready for the wintry elements can almost secure World Cup qualification this week. Breaking down the games, the roster, and the curious omission of John Brooks.

USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina: The TYAC Preview

Jordan Morris returns to the fold, Caden Clark and Taylor Booth get big opportunities, and a blend of youth and veterans conclude preparations for a World Cup year Saturday night in Carson, California.

The TYAC “Ocho” Preview: The United States

Coming off a spectacular summer, a young, deep American team seeks to vanquish the remaining demons from the 2018 World Cup cycle.

Gold Cup Roster Roundtable: Midfielders and Forwards

Tweet As promised, the conclusion of a Gold Cup roster roundtable we began in May. Here is the link to… Read more »

Jon Levy June 14, 2015

Under the Press-ure: Christen Press and US Face Big Test Against Sweden

Tweet “The main thing I think about when I think about European soccer and my time in Sweden is that’s… Read more »

Neil W. Blackmon June 12, 2015

National Men’s Soccer Team European Vacation: Postscript

Tweet Neil W. Blackmon The Yanks headed to Europe all Rusty Griswold, all growing pains and acne and physical and… Read more »

Neil W. Blackmon June 12, 2015

An Open Letter to Jurgen Klinsmann

Tweet John Halloran Dear Jurgen – We’re Sorry Shortly after the 2014 World Cup, when the excitement of the U.S.’s… Read more »

John Halloran June 11, 2015

Yanks Take Smell of Victory to Cologne to Face Germany: The TYAC Preview

Tweet Jon Levy Germany v. USA: Your TYAC Preview I’d like to start this post by extending a warm welcome… Read more »

Jon Levy June 9, 2015

Women’s World Cup Day Three: Four Thoughts

Tweet Neil W. Blackmon Day three of the Women’s World Cup brought us the tournament’s best game thus far, two… Read more »

Neil W. Blackmon June 9, 2015

Becky Sauerbrunn: US Women’s Reluctant Backbone Also Its Best NWSL Argument and Advertisement

Tweet Neil W. Blackmon “I don’t take any day I get to play soccer for granted.” — Becky Sauerbrunn When… Read more »

Neil W. Blackmon June 8, 2015

2015 Women’s World Cup: Five Thoughts on Days One and Two, and Sadly, Hope Solo

Tweet Neil W. Blackmon The 2015 Women’s World Cup kicked off in Canada Saturday night and fans received a thrilling… Read more »

Neil W. Blackmon June 7, 2015

US Face Holland Side Hardly Running Like Clockwork: The TYAC Preview

Tweet Neil W. Blackmon Jurgen Klinsmann’s side heads into its summer schedule with two stern friendly tests over the next… Read more »

Neil W. Blackmon June 4, 2015

Blatter Quits, Leaving Hope And Leaving FIFA Reformers At Critical Juncture

Tweet Neil W. Blackmon “One makes a lot of mistakes in life.” – Sepp Blatter, on Qatar 2022 This had… Read more »

Neil W. Blackmon June 3, 2015

Whiney Limey: Putting a Wrap on Wembley and Relegation

Tweet Editor’s Notes: Guy Bailey writes columns for The Yanks Are Coming throughout the Barclay’s Premier League season. In those columns, he’ll discuss the… Read more »

Guy Bailey May 29, 2015

Soccer And Money: Champions League Final Four Had Joint Revenues of 2 Billion

Tweet Jon Levy Here at The Yanks Are Coming we’re as excited as anyone for this year’s UEFA Champions League… Read more »

Daniel Seco May 28, 2015

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