Larry Henry

Live Reporter, The Athletic at The New York Times

Live Team Reporter at @TheAthletic. Managing Editor/USMNT Insider at @SBIsoccer. Part-Owner: @ChesterFC! Maple Shade and Rowan U Grad

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Pochettino praises Chris Richards' performance: "That is what we expect"

1 week ago | sbisoccer.com | Larry Henry |Ives Galarcep

Chris Richards entered U.S. men’s national team camp fresh off of a career year with Crystal Palace and signs of that success were on full display in Thursday’s performance. Richards scored the decisive goal and logged a strong 90 minutes as the USMNT defeated Saudi Arabia 1-0 in CONCACAF Gold Cup play, advancing to the tournament’s knockout round.
Sources: Sparta Prague, Westerlo open talks over Bryan Reynolds transfer

1 week ago | sbisoccer.com | Larry Henry |Ives Galarcep

American defender Bryan Reynolds has continued to be one of the top performing right backs in the Belgian Pro League which has led to a former suitor rekindling their interest in his services. Sparta Prague and Westerlo representatives met this week to discuss a potential transfer of Reynolds to the Czech side, sources close to the player confirmed to SBI on Friday. Reynolds, a former FC Dallas academy product, is coming off his most productive season yet for Westerlo.
USMNT downs Saudi Arabia to seal Gold Cup knockout round spot

1 week ago | sbisoccer.com | Larry Henry |Ives Galarcep

The U.S. men’s national team sealed its spot into the CONCACAF Gold Cup knockout stage after grinding out a slim victory over Saudi Arabia on Thursday. Chris Richards’ second-half goal was all Mauricio Pochettino’s squad needed to earn a 1-0 win at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas. The result propelled the Americans into the quarterfinal round, where they will eventually meet either Mexico or Costa Rica.
SBI USMNT Man of the Match: Chris Richards

1 week ago | sbisoccer.com | Larry Henry |Ives Galarcep

Chris Richards is known for his strong defensive work in the U.S. men’s national team squad but the Crystal Palace stole the show on both ends of the field on Thursday night. Richards delivered the winning goal against Saudi Arabia, while also helping contribute to a clean sheet in a 1-0 triumph. The USMNT centerback earned SBI USMNT Man of the Match honors for a strong two-way performance in Mauricio Pochettino’s squad.
Report: Caleb Wiley to rejoin Watford on season-long loan

1 week ago | sbisoccer.com | Larry Henry |Ives Galarcep

Caleb Wiley’s concluded his loan at English second-tier side Watford on a high note and looks set to head back to Vicarage Road this season. Wiley is on the verge of rejoining Watford on loan for the 2025-26 EFL Championship campaign, Sky Sports and The Athletic reported Thursday. Wiley, who is under contract with EPL side Chelsea, is currently on break and not with the London outfit at the FIFA Club World Cup.
Lavelle, Biyendolo, Girma headline USWNT camp roster for June-July window

1 week ago | sbisoccer.com | Larry Henry |Ives Galarcep

The U.S. women’s national team’s busy summer continues with a three-match window in June and July. Rose Lavelle, Lynn Biyendolo, and Naomi Girma headlined Emma Hayes’ 25-player roster for the upcoming camp roster. Hayes will dress 23 players for each of the upcoming friendlies against the Republic of Ireland (June 26 and June 29 in Commerce City, Colorado and Cincinnati, Ohio) and Canada (June 2 in Washington, D.C.).
USMNT's Alex Freeman "always had a secret love for soccer"

1 week ago | sbisoccer.com | Larry Henry |Ives Galarcep

Having a former professional athlete as a father could dictate which path a young player takes, but Alex Freeman has created his own path en route to a thriving soccer career. Freeman is in the midst of a break MLS campaign for Orlando City, which has led to the young defender being part of the current U.S. men’s national team squad. The 20-year-old is the son of former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Antonio, who played nine NFL seasons and won a Super Bowl in 1996.
De La Torre credits San Diego FC for helping him stay in USMNT picture

1 week ago | sbisoccer.com | Larry Henry |Ives Galarcep

Luca De La Torre’s lack of consistent playing time at La Liga club Celta Vigo forced the American midfielder to consider a new move in his career and joining MLS expansion side San Diego FC on loan has helped get De La Torre back to his best on the field. De La Torre has played a large role in San Diego FC’s first half success in 2025, which has led him being included in Mauricio Pochettino’s CONCACAF Gold Cup roster.
“Talented player” Malik Tillman delivers brace for first USMNT goals

1 week ago | sbisoccer.com | Larry Henry |Ives Galarcep

Malik Tillman had been fully amongst the goals for PSV over the past two Eredivisie seasons and the talented midfielder finally got to etch his name into the U.S. men’s national team’s scoring ranks on Sunday night. Tillman scored the USMNT’s opening two goals in an eventual 5-0 home victory over Trinidad & Tobago in CONCACAF Gold Cup play. The 23-year-old was one of the better performers in the win, putting himself in good situations to find the back of the net.
USMNT happy to open Gold Cup with “good feeling”

1 week ago | sbisoccer.com | Larry Henry |Ives Galarcep

Snapping a losing streak is always going to help the mentality of a team and for the U.S. men’s national team, Sunday’s victory couldn’t have come at a better time. A 5-0 CONCACAF Gold Cup group stage win over Trinidad & Tobago not only ended the USMNT’s four match losing streak in all competitions, but also quieted the pressure surrounding Mauricio Pochettino and his squad.