The U. S.
Soccer Federation has appointed National Soccer Hall of Fame member Steve Cherundolo as head coach of the Under-23 men's national team for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
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The 47-year-old San Diego native takes over a team that automatically qualifies as the host nation.
The multi-venue tournament will conclude with the gold medal match at the Rose Bowl.
Cherundolo previously managed Los Angeles FC from 2022 to 2025, recording 106 wins, 55 losses, and 32 draws.
He led the club to the 2022 MLS Cup and the 2024 U. S.
Open Cup before stepping down after the 2025 season to return to Germany with his family.
“Representing the United States at the Olympic Games is one of the greatest honors in sports, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to lead this team,” Cherundolo said.
As a player, Cherundolo earned 87 caps for the senior national team between 1999 and 2012, playing every minute at right back during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
He also spent 15 seasons with German Bundesliga club Hannover 96.
“I believe we have an exciting group of players with tremendous potential, and I’m looking forward to building an environment where they can challenge themselves, grow together, and represent our country with pride,” he added.
“Our responsibility is to compete with courage, humility, and a clear identity, one that reflects the values of U.
