JT Batson Reflects on the World Cup & What's Next for U.S. Soccer

What comes next for U.S. Soccer after an incredible FIFA World Cup on home soil? U.S. Soccer CEO and Secretary General JT Batson joins host Meghan Klingenberg on this week's episode of the U.S. Soccer Podcast presented by Henkel to reflect on a historic tournament, discuss what it meant for soccer in the United States, and share his vision for the future of the Federation.

Batson looks back on the biggest moments of FIFA World Cup 2026, the continued growth of the game across the country and the opportunities ahead for U.S. Soccer. He also discusses what's next for the USMNT and USWNT in this five-year window, the importance of developing players, coaches and communities and how the Federation plans to build on the momentum generated by one of the biggest sporting events in the world.

Kling wraps up with a few reflections and looks ahead to the next chapter for U.S. Soccer as preparations continue for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil and beyond.

Chapters:

00:12 - Meghan Klingenberg interviews JT Batson
04:30 - How many people watched FIFA World Cup 2026?
09:45 - How U.S. Soccer made history this summer
11:20 - What's ahead for U.S. Soccer in the next five years
22:35 - JT's message to soccer fans
27:00 - Ask the Pros presented by O'Reilly Auto Parts

More info: http://www.ussoccer.com/podcast

More on JT: https://www.ussoccer.com/executive-leadership/jt-batson

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