About this episode
The episode discusses the current state of the USMNT and the potential for the United States to achieve success in world soccer.
How good are the U.S. at men's soccer really? And will they ever be any better?It has long been assumed that if the United States got people to care just a little more about the beautiful game, then international glory is inevitable. But that all seems pretty far away - and it's a LOT to ask.Our rondo guys look at what elite footballing nations do, ask if the U.S. could EVER get there, and debate what success for the USMNT looks like in the long run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Topics covered
- USMNT
- world soccer
- international competition
- soccer development
- elite footballing nations
Keywords
- USMNT
- soccer
- world soccer
- international glory
- elite nations
- footballing success
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: USMNT
Books & works: the beautiful game
Places: United States
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