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Soccer Drama: USMNT Coach Search Sparks Fan Frenzy

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Fans left in suspense as USMNT hunts for new coach after recent turmoil in the team

The U.S. Men's National Soccer Team (USMNT) is in a state of frenzy after the recent departure of Gregg Berhalter and the early exit from the Copa America. With the 2026 World Cup on the horizon, the pressure is on to find the next coach who can lead the team to success. Speculations are rife about potential candidates to take over the reins and steer the team towards glory. U.S. Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker is under scrutiny, with fans anxiously waiting to see who will be chosen to lead the USMNT into the next chapter of its journey.

One of the biggest shocks came when Jurgen Klopp declined an offer to coach the USMNT, adding more suspense to the already intense search for a new coach. The rejection has left fans wondering who will step up to the challenge and guide the team to victory. As the coaching search unfolds, the anticipation and excitement among supporters continue to grow, eager to see who will be tasked with shaping the future of the USMNT.

Despite the setbacks, U.S. Soccer is determined to invest in the USMNT's future, signaling a commitment to building a strong team for upcoming tournaments. The next coach will face a tough challenge in preparing the team for the World Cup with limited time at hand. As the search intensifies, fans are holding their breath, waiting for the announcement that will determine the fate of the USMNT.

In a surprising turn of events, the USMNT's journey towards finding a new coach is proving to be as thrilling as the on-field action. With the stakes high and the excitement palpable, the hunt for the perfect candidate to lead the team is a rollercoaster ride for fans and experts alike. As the soccer world eagerly watches, the USMNT's next coach remains a hot topic of discussion and speculation.

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U.S. Men's Soccer Fans Are Spiraling From This Week's Huge News ... (Slate Magazine)

An early exit from this summer's Copa America ended the USMNT's best chance at a high-stakes run-through in tournament play before it hosts the 2026 World Cup.

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USMNT can't afford to miss on next coach after Berhalter - ESPN (ESPN)

Gregg Berhalter is out. If U.S. Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker gets the next men's national team coach wrong, it might be Crocker who's out then.

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USA soccer coaching candidates: Jurgen Klopp turns down USMNT ... (CBSSports.com)

Another change is ahead for the U.S. men's national team; here's who might take over.

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Matt Crocker, U.S. Soccer "prepared to invest in" USMNT following ... (SBI Soccer)

Berhalter was released as head coach on Wednesday, only one week after the USMNT's early exit from the 2024 Copa America. The Americans were eliminated in the ...

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Jurgen Klopp rebuffs approach to coach USMNT after Copa America ... (The Athletic)

Jurgen Klopp has rebuffed an approach from the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) to take over as the men's national team head coach following the ...

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USMNT Coach Search: U.S. Soccer Fires Gregg Berhalter (Sports Illustrated)

The next coach will have their work cut out for them with limited time before the next World Cup.

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Who could be the next USMNT coach? 10 candidates – from Klopp ... (The Guardian)

Gregg Berhalter will not lead the US into their home World Cup in 2026. Here are a few possibilities to succeed him.

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Steve Cherundolo, Thierry Henry and other coaches USMNT could ... (Goal.com)

GOAL takes a look at which names the USMNT could look to to lead the way towards 2026.

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Jürgen Klopp reportedly turns down negotiations for USMNT ... (Yahoo Sports)

Klopp's name has emerged as a potential replacement for Berhalter, but the former Liverpool coach is uninterested in an offer, per The Athletic.

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Jürgen Klopp not interested in USMNT job. What now? TV analysts ... (USA TODAY)

Jürgen Klopp's disinterest in the USMNT coaching job was quickly met with reaction from former players turned analysts Alexi Lalas and Taylor Twellman.

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Jürgen Klopp turns away USMNT head coach inquiry, reports say (USA TODAY)

U.S. Soccer approached the beloved former Liverpool manager. Here's why Jurgen Klopp did not show interest in the USMNT head coaching search.

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Folarin Balogun sends out message to Gregg Berhalter after ... (Goal.com)

Folarin Balogun sent out a message to Gregg Berhalter after the USMNT manager was shown the door following their Copa America exit.

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Jürgen Klopp turns down USMNT coaching chance after Gregg ... (New York Post)

Liverpool's manager Jurgen Klopp smiling before the start of the English Premier League soccer match against 3. Former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp. AP. Klopp ...

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Gregg Berhalter fired as USMNT coach in wake of Copa America ... (Goal.com)

Gregg Berhalter is out as the U.S. men's national team's head coach after the team's recent Copa America failure.

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In Firing Gregg Berhalter, the USMNT Chose Vibes Over Process (The Ringer)

A year ago, U.S. Soccer rehired Berhalter after he cleared a meticulous recruitment process defined by data and "psychological testing.

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