Perhaps if America’s best athletes played soccer, the men’s team would be better. But it's doubtful as this view narrowly focuses on particular forms of athleticism.

The USMNT’s World Cup exit has intensified debate over whether pay-to-play soccer is narrowing the talent pool.

Perhaps if America’s best athletes played soccer, the men’s team would be better. But it's doubtful as this view narrowly focuses on particular forms of athleticism.