Tim Ream, the 38-year-old center back who has served as captain of the U.S. men's national soccer team, announced his retirement from international play after a 16-year national team career.
Ream made the announcement ahead of a ceremony honoring his U.S. soccer career, which took place before the Americans faced Chile in a friendly in his hometown of St. Louis, according to the New York Post.
According to Yahoo Sports, Ream had previously told head coach Mauricio Pochettino that he would not retire from national team play, but said the evolution of the team and the game had changed his thinking. Ream said, "The kids are getting younger and younger, and I don't mean my own kids," speaking before the Chile match.
Multiple outlets confirmed Ream's retirement from the national team, ending a tenure during which he served as captain and defender.
How each side covered it
Center
- Reported Ream's retirement after 16 years with the national team.
- Yahoo Sports included Ream's own comments about the team's evolution and younger players.
- Noted Ream was speaking before the Chile friendly.
“Longtime captain and defender Tim Ream announces retirement from US men's national team” — Yahoo Sports
Right
- New York Post highlighted a ceremony honoring Ream's career held in his hometown of St. Louis.
- Fox Sports described Ream as the USA's World Cup captain making a major career decision.
- Both right-leaning outlets confirmed the end of his national team career.
“USMNT captain Tim Ream retiring from international soccer after 16-year run” — New York Post
Questions readers ask
What happened with Tim Ream?
Tim Ream, the longtime captain and defender of the U.S. men's national soccer team, announced his retirement from international play after a 16-year career, ahead of a friendly against Chile in his hometown of St. Louis.
Why is Tim Ream's retirement significant?
Ream served as captain of the USMNT and was a longtime fixture at center back, making his departure a notable change for the national team.
Did Ream always plan to retire now?
According to Yahoo Sports, Ream had previously told head coach Mauricio Pochettino he would not retire from the national team, but said the evolution of the team and the game changed his decision.
Where did Ream announce his retirement?
Ream made the announcement before a ceremony honoring his U.S. soccer career, ahead of a friendly match against Chile in St. Louis, his hometown.
Sources · 5 outlet reports
- CNACenterUnited States captain Ream retires from international football
- The Straits TimesCenterUS team captain Tim Ream retires from international football after 16 years
- Yahoo SportsCenterUSMNT veteran Tim Ream confirms international retirement
- Fox SportsRight-leaningTim Ream, USA's World Cup Captain, Makes Major Decision About His Career
- New York PostRight-leaningUSMNT captain Tim Ream retiring from international soccer after 16-year run