Why is the US not stronger as a global soccer power?

Why is the US not stronger as a global soccer power?

Alright folks, let's kick this around a bit - the big question: why isn't Uncle Sam a global soccer titan? Well, one reason is our sports scene is already chock-a-block with football, basketball, baseball not to mention hockey. Now, soccer is like the new kid on the block trying to get in on the action. Plus, our youth development and coaching structures aren't quite as robust as those soccer-loving nations (yes, looking at you, Europe and South America). But hey, we're the land of opportunity, right? Let's lace up those cleats and get to work on this!