There's still plenty of condescension coming from England when it comes to American soccer—but not as much from inside the industry. As USMNT gets set to face England in the World Cup again, brianstraus writes on a turning of the tide
shouted in all caps, “YANKEE DODDLE DANDY,” with “doddle” slang for “easy job.”No British journalists asked England coach Gareth Southgate a question about his next opponent at Thursday’s pre-match press conference in Al Rayyan. But a couple of Americans did, and Southgate’s eloquent answer to a question about England’s perception of U.S. soccer was evidence that opinions seem to be evolving inside the sport faster than among the press or public.
“His record at major tournaments has been outstanding, and there’s no denying that,” U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter said when asked about Southgate, who’s a friend. “So he’s done a great job with his team, and they got off to a great start [here]. And they’re a formidable opponent.” Christian Pulisic helped Chelsea win the UEFA Champions League and Club World Cup. Tim Ream and Antonee Robinson are defensive anchors for Fulham, and Adams and Brenden Aaronson have quickly become fan favorites at Leeds, which is coached by American Jesse Marsch. Goalkeeper Matt Turner just joined Arsenal this summer.
“I think it’s clear that there’s a growing respect,” Orta says. “I feel the English fan has detected that there’s a generation growing of really talented footballers in America. Even the opinion of MLS is growing. NowThere had been a U.S. presence in English football business for a long time. Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, Fulham and now Chelsea are among the clubs owned by Americans. Theare investors in Leeds.
“More and more in the States, we’re adopting to what the game here is in England and our connection with what this league and what the culture of the sport is in this country,” he continued. “I can understand that they don’t think that we have the experiences that can be created here in Europe. Frankly, they’re right. It was the reason I came to Europe.”
“But as a player I feel like we’ve gained our respect over time and I think that’s awesome to see,” he adds. “As a coach, Jesse’s really the first one there, so sometimes it can be a little condescending. [But] I think he’s done a fantastic job.”
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