Tim Ream Named Captain For USA's World Cup Squad

FIFA Men's World Cup

Updated May. 30, 2026 11:00 a.m. ET

Tim Ream was announced Saturday as the U.S. captain at the World Cup.

"This is more than a dream come true," Ream said at a news conference Saturday alongside coach Mauricio Pochettino. "It’s the highest honor for me."

The 38-year-old defender was also a member of the 2022 U.S. World Cup team, captained by Tyler Adams.

Ream could become the oldest American to play in a World Cup.

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