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While the United States came away with a disappointing 4-1 loss to Brazil on Wednesday, Luke Cyphers writes that the bigger news may be the continuing emergence of Fabian Johnson as a rock at left back.

Blog | Conversation | May 31, 2012

Luke Cyphers writes that the biggest difference between the Yanks in 2010 and the Yanks now isn't necessarily different players, but those same players maturing together. In a friendly against Scotland, the growth in this U.S. team was on display.

Blog | Conversation | May 27, 2012

After a 2-0 defeat to Canada, the U.S. is in danger of not advancing to the semifinals. Does it have enough to beat El Salvador on Monday?

Blog | Conversation | March 25, 2012

Jurgen Klinsmann talks about the United States' need for better fitness and why World Cup success ultimately comes down to the players.

Blog | Conversation | December 07, 2011

Luke Cyphers provides excerpts from his interview with U.S. men's national team coach Jurgen Klinsmann that didn't make it into ESPN The Magazine.

Blog | Conversation | December 02, 2011

Luke Cyphers watched the U.S. break a winning and offensive drought on Tuesday in the Balkans, and like others, was surprised to see Michael Bradley out on the wing. The results might signal some options for the offense.

Blog | Conversation | November 15, 2011

Luke Cyphers examines the importance of Carlos Bocanegra reaching 100 caps for the U.S. against Slovenia on Tuesday, and looks back at the controversial World Cup match against Slovenia from a year ago.

Blog | Conversation | November 14, 2011

The best fans in America aren't even American. Luke Cyphers explains in the latest edition of ESPN The Magazine.

Story | Conversation | June 11, 2011

Luke Cyphers profiles Stuart Holden, who is leading a class of U.S. midfielders who are suddenly in vogue in the EPL

Story | Conversation | March 09, 2011

Luke Cyphers takes a look back at this year's World Cup and finds that its effects will be felt far beyond the The Beautiful Game.

Story | Conversation | July 13, 2010

Soccer fans all over the U.S. are lamenting the blown opportunities for goals against Ghana. But, if you've watched the national team closely, you shouldn't be surprised. The team's lack of touch and inability to finish remain fatal flaws.

Blog | Conversation | June 28, 2010

Steve Cherundolo's play against England was overshadowed by Tim Howard's, but the right back was a Man of the Match candidate. And with the U.S. pushing for three points against Slovenia, Dolo's ability to get forward will be critical.

Blog | Conversation | June 16, 2010

Shockingly, the U.S. actually possessed the ball more than England in the first half Saturday. But the U.S. reverted to form and defended in the second half. Greater control and better passes in the attacking third are critical against Slovenia on Friday.

Blog | Conversation | June 14, 2010

Less than four minutes into its World Cup opener, the U.S. found itself down a goal. In the past, the Americans might have panicked. But this team has been there and learned key lessons, and the Yanks applied those in earning a draw against England.

Blog | Conversation | June 12, 2010

Spain is the envy of the sports world with their national soccer team drawing intense scrutiny during this World Cup. They have all the tools, but can they win it all? This is from the June 14, 2010 issue of ESPN The Magazine.

Story | Conversation | June 02, 2010

What, exactly is 'form,' other than an seemingly vague soccer term? Turns out it has plenty of meanings, but above all else, it describes a hot player. And it also will be the key to the U.S. national team's World Cup hopes.

Story | Conversation | May 18, 2010