Brief
Tyler Adams Named USMNT Captain After Tim Ream Retires
Adams takes over the USMNT captaincy as the team prepares for friendlies against Mexico and Canada.
By Felo News Desk · Published
United States men’s national soccer team head coach Mauricio Pochettino announced on Oct. 2 that Bournemouth midfielder Tyler Adams will serve as the new captain, succeeding Tim Ream, who announced his retirement from international play.
Adams, 27, has earned 60 caps for the United States since 2017 and previously captained the side at the 2022 World Cup, guiding the team to the Round of 16. He began his club career with the New York Red Bulls, moved to RB Leipzig in 2019, spent a season at Leeds United, and signed a five‑year contract with Bournemouth in 2023, helping them finish sixth in the Premier League last season.
The USMNT is currently on a series of friendlies, having beaten Peru 4‑1 and Chile 4‑2, with upcoming matches against Mexico on Saturday and Canada on Tuesday.
Key facts
- Tyler Adams was named USMNT captain by Mauricio Pochettino. (bleacherreport.com)
- Adams has 60 caps for the United States, debuting in 2017. (bleacherreport.com)
- Tim Ream announced his retirement from international soccer. (bleacherreport.com)
- The USMNT recently beat Peru 4-1 and Chile 4-2 in friendlies. (bleacherreport.com)
Sources
- [1] bleacherreport.com — originally reported as “Tyler Adams Named USMNT Captain by Mauricio Pochettino After Tim Ream's International Retirement”
