United States

United States Soccer Federation

The United States Soccer Federation (USSF) is the official governing body of the footballing system in the United States of America. Founded in April 1913, it was three more years before an official team was set up to represent the nation. Whatever happens in the United States of America for the sport of football, including the Major League Soccer, USL Championship, or U.S. Open Cup, USSF is the body that keeps oversight on these competitions.

The federation has played a key role in the development and progression of men’s and women’s United States football. As the Federation is located in Chicago, Illinois, Soldier Field is among the various stadiums that serve as the home ground of the USMNT. Currently ranked 15th in the FIFA World Rankings, the USSF will be keen to help the team reach back to the heights of being ranked 4th in April 2006.

The federation has also appointed an Argentinian manager, Mauricio Pochettino, as the United States National Football Team manager, who has managed top European clubs like Chelsea, PSG, and Tottenham in the past, garnering positive fan momentum behind the team ahead of the upcoming tournament.

Under the management of the United States Soccer Federation, the Yanks are trying to find their lost glory and standards once again, while showcasing the might of North American football to the world.

History of the United States National Football Team: Early Years

The USSF was one of the world’s first organizations to be affiliated with FIFA, football’s world governing body. The federation has grown into one of the sport’s organizational leaders, integrating player participation and player development.

The Stars and Stripes have won seven CONCACAF Championship/Gold Cup titles in 1991, 2002, 2005, 2007, 2013, 2017, and 2021, showcasing their dominant past in the sport in the North American region.

In the following years, the United States of America has established itself as a North American powerhouse while also participating and qualifying for the FIFA World Cup for 9 of the past 10 editions. The golden generation of the national team came to the fore between 2000 and 2008; however, the team was not able to win the FIFA World Cup during that period.

Home Stadium of the United States National Football Team

The team has played in multiple grounds over the years, but doesn't have a dedicated national stadium like other football-playing nations. The team has played in stadiums like Robert F Kennedy Memorial Stadium, Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Rose Bowl, Raymond James Stadium, Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, and Subaru Park over the years.

The Rose Bowl, located in Pasadena, is a 92,000-seat venue and has hosted big events like the 1984 Olympics gold medal match, the 1994 World Cup final, and the 1999 Women's World Cup final.

United States National Football Team: Achievements & Honours

The Stars and Stripes have won 7 CONCACAF Championship/Gold Cup titles, as well as some other major silverware over the years.