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sports1 year ago

"Reviewing the 2024 US Soccer Kits: Unveiling the New Uniforms for All National Teams"

Nike and U.S. Soccer have unveiled new home and away kits for the U.S. national teams, named the "American Classic" and "American Icon" respectively. The designs have received mixed reviews from The Athletic's U.S. soccer staff, with opinions ranging from praise for the clean and traditional look of the home kit to criticism for the lack of creativity and departure from the team's identity. Overall, the kits have been rated between 2/5 and 4.5/5, with some expressing hope for more consistency and creativity in future releases.

via The Athletic|
#kits#national-teams#nike
sports1 year ago

"U.S. Soccer Reveals Bold Nike Uniforms for 2024 Olympics and Copa America"

U.S. Soccer and Nike have revealed the 2024 home and away uniforms, named the American Classic and American Icon, for all 27 National Teams, including the U.S. Women’s National Team and U.S. Men’s Olympic Team. Fans can purchase the jerseys starting March 21, and the uniforms will be worn by various teams throughout the year, including at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris and FIFA World Cups. The designs aim to convey unity and feature a single star with an inspirational message, with the home kit showcasing a red, white, and blue graphic rib design and the away kit incorporating a nod to the sash design from the 2014 kit.

via U.S. Soccer|
#2024-olympic-games#national-teams#nike
sports2 years ago

Copa América USA 2024: Atlanta to Host Opener, Miami to Host Final

Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium, home to Atlanta United, will host the opening match of the Copa América 2024, the top National Team competition in South America. The tournament will feature 10 South American teams and six teams from CONCACAF, with the qualified teams from CONCACAF determined through the CONCACAF Nations League. Argentina, the current Copa América and FIFA World Cup champions, will enter the tournament aiming to defend their title. The Copa América USA 2024 will take place from June 20 to July 14, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium is also expected to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

via Atlanta United FC|
#atlanta#conmebol#copa-america
sports2 years ago

IOC Excludes Russia and Belarus from Paris Olympics, No Resolution in Sight

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced that Russia and Belarus will not receive formal invitations to the 2024 Paris Olympics, citing their countries' war on Ukraine. However, some Russian and Belarusian athletes may still be able to compete in Paris as neutral individuals. The IOC has the discretion to exclude countries from the Olympics and has urged international sports bodies to isolate athletes, officials, and host cities from Russia and Belarus. The NOC of Guatemala, currently suspended due to alleged government interference, will also not receive an invitation.

via The Associated Press|
#belarus#ioc#national-teams
sports2 years ago

Oguchi Onyewu appointed as U.S. Soccer's VP of Sporting, while USL hires Paul McDonough as President and Chief Soccer Officer.

The U.S. Soccer Federation has appointed Oguchi Onyewu as the Vice President of Sporting. Onyewu, a former player and sporting executive, will work closely with U.S. Soccer’s Sporting Director Matt Crocker in supporting all sporting initiatives within the Federation. He will also play a prominent role in managing relationships with clubs and leagues in the United States and across the world, along with strengthening other stakeholder relationships. Onyewu's initial responsibilities will include assisting Crocker with the hiring of the next U.S. Men’s National Team head coach and driving increased funding for Youth and Extended National Teams.

via U.S. Soccer|
#national-teams#oguchi-onyewu#sporting-director