U.S. Soccer CEO on Pochettino, Crocker & the Future of Soccer in America

Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos are joined by JT Batson, the CEO and Secretary General of the United States Soccer Federation, for an exclusive and revealing conversation about the future of the USMNT and U.S. Soccer. The group discusses the fallout from Matt Crocker leaving the federation less than two months before the FIFA World Cup, and JT explains his intriguing vision for replacing the Sporting Director role and restructuring the leadership hierarchy within U.S. Soccer. They also dive into JT’s relationship with Mauricio Pochettino, including insight into Pochettino’s plans following the World Cup and the long-term direction of the national team program. Plus, JT gives candid answers about the future of the U.S. Open Cup and shares what he believes U.S. Soccer must become in order to continue growing the sport in America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.