US Soccer sporting director quits for Saudi job

Matt Crocker has resigned from his position as sporting director of the U.S. Soccer Federation. He is leaving to take a new job in Saudi Arabia, a move that comes just two months before the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to begin. The sudden departure creates a significant leadership vacuum at a critical time for the federation's preparations. The USSF will now need to quickly find a replacement to oversee final tournament operations and team support.