The US men’s national soccer team (USMNT) has never been a powerhouse in international play, having only made the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup once. More and more American players are now playing important roles for big clubs in Europe’s major leagues, which will eventually help the national team take that next step. Here are the numbers behind the USMNT in Europe’s top five leagues.
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