Steve Cherundolo will lead the United States' men's team at their home Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028.

The United States reached the quarter-finals of the Olympic football tournament in Paris two years ago, having not competed at any of the previous three editions of the Games.

And ahead of participating on home soil next time out, they have turned to Cherundolo, who won 87 caps for the USA between 1999 and 2012.

After turning to management, Cherundolo led Los Angeles FC to an MLS Cup and Supporters' Shield double in 2022, as well as the U.S. Open Cup in 2024.

He stepped down at the end of the 2025 MLS season, which ended with a Western Conference semifinal defeat to the Vancouver Whitecaps. 

"Representing the United States at the Olympic Games is one of the greatest honours in sports, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to lead this team," Cherundolo told U.S. Soccer's website.

"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. 

"Our responsibility is to compete with courage, humility, and a clear identity, one that reflects the values of U.S. Soccer and gives our supporters a team they can be proud of."