Behind the Scenes with the USMNT's Team Barista + World Cup Reflections

Behind the Scenes with the USMNT's Team Barista + World Cup Reflections

On this episode of the U.S. Soccer Podcast presented by Henkel, Duda Pavão fills in for Megan Klingenberg and looks back on the USMNT’s 2026 FIFA World Cup run with David Gass, including the historic knockout win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Round of 16 match against Belgium and the players who stood out this summer. Then, Duda goes behind the scenes with La Colombe Team Barista Becky Reeves to talk life inside USMNT camp, coffee culture, team routines and how soccer has changed the way she sees herself and her work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Brenden Aaronson, Max Arfsten & Bosnia Preview

The knockout stage is here. U.S. Soccer Podcast presented by Henkel host Meghan Klingenberg and David Gass break down the USMNT's Round of 32 matchup with Bosnia and Herzegovina, what Mauricio Pochettino's side can expect tactically, and the path that could take the United States all the way to the quarterfinals and beyond. Brenden Aaronson joins the show to discuss getting married just before the FIFA World Cup, the story behind wearing No. 11, and the advice helping him enjoy every moment of the tournament. Then Max Arfsten reflects on his rapid rise to the World Cup roster, the chemistry inside the squad, learning Spanish in camp, and what representing the United States means to him. Plus, in Ask the Pros presented by O'Reilly Auto Parts, Meghan and David answer listener questions about the future of the women's game ahead of Brazil 2027 and explain how modern fullbacks like Sergiño Dest and Antonee "Jedi" Robinson impact the USMNT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

USMNT Knockout Round Preview: Bosnia, Pulisic & Lessons from Turkey

The USMNT is through to the knockout rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Meghan Klingenberg and Heath Pearce react to the group stage finale against Turkey, discuss Christian Pulisic’s return, Austin Trusty’s breakout moment and what the team can take from its first loss of the tournament. On the U.S. Soccer Podcast is presented by Henkel. Then, they look ahead to the Round of 32 matchup with Bosnia and Herzegovina and answer fan questions live from U.S. Soccer House presented by Bank of America in Venice Beach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Auston Trusty on His World Cup Debut + USMNT vs. Türkiye Preview

The U.S. Soccer Podcast presented by Henkel is back as the USMNT prepares to close out the group stage against Türkiye. Meghan Klingenberg and David Gass break down the matchup, what makes Türkiye a dangerous opponent and how the U.S. can balance rest, momentum and squad rotation with the knockout rounds ahead. Then, USMNT defender Auston Trusty joins the show following his World Cup debut. He reflects on the atmosphere in Seattle, the belief inside the group, his title-winning season with Celtic, the intensity of the Old Firm rivalry and the moments that inspired his own soccer journey. Plus, Meghan visits the U.S. Men’s and Women’s Beach Soccer National Teams in Venice Beach, and Zoo Atlanta’s psychic animal predictions return for USA vs. Türkiye. The U.S. has already secured its place in the knockout rounds, but there is still plenty to play for against Türkiye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

USMNT defeat Australia 2-0 in Seattle, post-game reaction

The U.S. Soccer Podcast presented by Henkel is live from U.S. Soccer House presented by Bank of America in Venice Beach following the USMNT’s 2-0 win over Australia. Meghan Klingenberg and Heath Pierce break down a gritty, complete performance that puts the USA atop the group with six points, including Alex Freeman’s player-of-the-match performance, the team’s collective fight, managing yellow cards and injuries, and what the result means heading into the final group-stage match against Turkey. Plus, Meghan and Heath take questions from fans on the USMNT’s belief, the World Cup’s potential impact on youth soccer, and their all-time U.S. five-a-side team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]