There has been mounting anticipation for the 2026 Men’s World Cup, but it’s impossible to make a series about soccer culture in the U.S. without bringing up the women’s national team. Because for decades, that team has dominated the sport in the United States and abroad. We're talking a global powerhouse, with four Women’s World Cup titles under its belt. We talk about the making of the U.S. Women’s National Team, how the players fought so hard off the pitch for equal pay, and what’s in store for women’s soccer. 

<p>There has been mounting anticipation for the 2026 Men&rsquo;s World Cup, but it&rsquo;s impossible to make a series about soccer culture in the U.S. without bringing up the women&rsquo;s national team. Because for decades, that team has dominated the sport in the United States and abroad. We're talking a global powerhouse, with four Women&rsquo;s World Cup titles under its belt. We talk about the making of the U.S. Women&rsquo;s National Team, how the players fought so hard off the pitch for equal pay, and what&rsquo;s in store for women&rsquo;s soccer.&nbsp;</p>

As we gear up for the Men’s World Cup, listen to our new show about soccer culture in the U.S. and its underdog roots, told in short narrative episodes and deep dive interviews. Hosted by Fernanda Echavarri. New episodes available every Wednesday.

<p>As we gear up for the Men&rsquo;s World Cup, listen to our new show about soccer culture in the U.S. and its underdog roots, told in short narrative episodes and deep dive interviews. Hosted by Fernanda Echavarri. New episodes available every Wednesday.</p>

American Futbol

Why U.S. Women are the Global Soccer Powerhouse

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