It may surprise some of the newer fans of the U.S. men's national team that its history with the World Cup actually stretches back to the very first edition of soccer's most prestigious tournament. The U.S. was one of 13 teams who participated in the inaugural event in 1930 in Uruguay. A second appearance occurred in 1950, but then a 40-year drought saw the U.S. not return to soccer's biggest stage until 1990. Leading these World Cup squads were managers who made their mark on American soccer. From a surprise semifinal run to breaking a decades-long drought, to reaching quarterfinals and build...
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