BREAKING: U.S. Soccer fires Gregg Berhalter, search for new coach begins

Subheading: World Cup 2026 looms as USMNT embarks on coaching change

With the 2026 World Cup less than two years away, U.S. Soccer has begun the search for a new coach after firing Gregg Berhalter on Monday.

Berhalter's dismissal comes after a disappointing finish for the USMNT at this summer's Copa America tournament. The team failed to advance past the group stage, raising questions about the direction of the program under Berhalter.

The search for a new coach is now underway, with several potential candidates reported to be in the running. The U.S. Soccer Federation is expected to make a decision in the coming weeks or months.

The upcoming World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is the next major milestone for the USMNT. The team will be looking to make a strong run in the tournament, and the new coach will be tasked with leading the charge.