USA Away Shirt 2002

The U.S. Men’s National Team’s 2002 season was one of the most successful in its history, highlighted by a stunning run at the FIFA World Cup in South Korea and Japan. Coached by Bruce Arena, the U.S. defied expectations by reaching the quarterfinals, their best World Cup performance since 1930.

They opened with a thrilling 3–2 win over Portugal, drew 1–1 with South Korea, and advanced from the group despite a loss to Poland. In the Round of 16, they defeated Mexico 2–0, with goals from Brian McBride and Landon Donovan, before narrowly losing 1–0 to Germany in a controversial quarterfinal. The team’s energetic, fearless play earned global respect.