September 30, 2026

United States captain Ream retires from international football

The veteran defender says he is proud of his 16 years with the team

United States captain Ream retires from international football
Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - United States Training - University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, US- Jul 4, 2026 Tim Ream of the U.S. speaks to the media in the mixed zone before training. Photo: Reuters

Reuters

Published : 30 Sep 2026, 11:27 AM

Updated : 30 Sep 2026, 11:27 AM

United States captain Tim Ream, 38, retired from international football on Tuesday, having earned 86 caps and won two CONCACAF Nations League titles.

Charlotte FC defender Ream captained the US side at this year's World Cup on home soil, where they reached the last 16 before being eliminated by Belgium.

"That's it for me. I'm proud of being part of something for 16 years, but it is time to step away from the national team," the former Fulham and Bolton Wanderers player told reporters ahead of a friendly match against Chile in his hometown of St Louis, Missouri.

The US, who beat Chile 4-2, next play Mexico in Glendale, Arizona, on Saturday before hosting Canada in St Paul, Minnesota, on Oct 6.

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