USA's World Cup Captains: From Inaugural Edition To 2026's 48-Team Tournament

To play for the U.S. men's national team at the World Cup is a unique honor, but only a handful of players have had the distinction of being called captain. 

In the modern era, the job entails a lot of responsibilities, such as being the figurehead on the pitch while keeping your teammates composed during high-stakes moments.

With the United States co-hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it will be the 12th time the U.S. has participated in the tournament. Aside from the 1950 squad that...