MAX ARFSTEN NEWS

'We Make Players Better:' Pochettino's Plan to Grow the World Cup Talent Base

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino and his assistants are trying to leave no stone left unturned in developing players ahead of the World Cup.

NOVEMBER 12 • FOX SPORTS

Columbus Crew's Patrick Schulte, Max Arfsten and Sean Zawadzki called up to U.S. Men's National Team for November FIFA International Window | Columbus Crew COLUMBUS – U.S. Soccer today named Columbus Crew Goalkeeper Patrick Schulte and Midfielders Max Arfsten and Sean Zawadzki to U.S. Men’s Nati...

NOVEMBER 6 • COLUMBUSCREW.COM

Goal and assist Sunday Arfsten scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and four chances created in Sunday's 4-0 victory against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Arfsten had an excellent performance Sunday as he recorded multiple goal contributions for the first time this season. He scored the opener in the 33rd minute off a Diego Rossi assist, the Crew's only goal before Yuya Kubo was sent off and opened the flood gates. He assisted Jacen Russell-Rowe's strike in the 69th minute and recorded a secondary assist on Andres Herrera's goal in the 65th minute. He set a season high with four chances created and helped his side keep a clean sheet in what was his best performance of the entire season. He will look to bring some more of that magic into Saturday's Game 3.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew overpower FC Cincinnati to book Game 3 "dog fight" | MLSSoccer.com Max Arfsten summed up the mood when speaking to MLS Season Pass sideline reporter Jillian Sakovits – his Columbus Crew extending their 2025...

NOVEMBER 3 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Arfsten, Crew avoid elimination, beat Cincinnati 4-0 to force decisive Game 3

Max Arfsten had a goal and two assists and Dylan Chambost scored a first-half goal to help the Columbus Crew avoid elimination from the MLS Cup playoffs and beat FC Cincinnati 4-0...

NOVEMBER 3 • Associated Press

One shot in loss Arfsten registered one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Monday's 1-0 loss against FC Cincinnati. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 19th...

Impact Arfsten put one shot on target in Monday's loss, one of just three Columbus produced in a lackluster effort on the attack. He also created one chance and recorded one inaccurate cross on the attack. He played well on the defensive end, winning nine duels, making one clearance and winning five tackles on the attack.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Playoffs-bound Crew top Red Bulls 3-1 to finish 7th in Eastern Conference

Dániel Gazdag and Ibrahim Aliyu scored in the second half, Max Arfsten had two assists and the Columbus Crew defeated the New York Red Bulls 3-1 to close out the regular season

OCTOBER 19 • Associated Press

Max Arfsten: Columbus Crew & USMNT defender brings "chip on my shoulder" | MLSSoccer.com This time last year, Max Arfsten was concluding his first season as the Columbus Crew's starting left wingback.

OCTOBER 18 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Weston McKennie, Antonee Robinson, Matt Turner back on US roster for October friendies

Coach Mauricio Pochettino has revamped the U.S. national soccer team roster for upcoming friendlies against Ecuador and Australia

OCTOBER 3 • Associated Press

Columbus Crew's Max Arfsten and Patrick Schulte called up to U.S. Men's National Team for October FIFA International Window | Columbus Crew COLUMBUS –U.S. Soccer today named Columbus Crew Goalkeeper Patrick Schulte and Midfielder Max Arfsten to U.S. Men’s National Team Head Coach...

OCTOBER 2 • COLUMBUSCREW.COM

Four crosses Saturday Arfsten generated one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Chicago Fire.

Impact Arfsten recorded four crosses in his third straight game Saturday, also recording multiple accurate crosses in his third consecutive contest. He also took one off-target shot and created one chance on the attack. On the defensive end he won four tackles, intercepted two passes and blocked one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Saturday's draw Arfsten assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Toronto FC.

Impact Arfsten assisted the opening goal of Saturday's match as he set up Wesson Abou Ali's strike in the 16th minute. It marked his fifth assist of the season, two of which have come in his last two matches. He created three chances for the fifth time this season and also recorded five crosses and three corners in his full 90 minutes of action.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Richie Laryea scores in the 51st minute and Toronto plays the Crew to a 1-1 draw

Richie Laryea scored in the 51st minute and Toronto FC played the Columbus Crew to a 1-1 draw

SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Assists in Wednesday's loss Arfsten assisted once to go with nine crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against New York City FC.

Impact Arfsten's cross in the 60th minute set up Wessam Abou Ali's header which took the 2-1 lead, Arfsten's fourth assist of the season and his first since May 3. He provided a season-high nine crosses and also took three corners, his first three of the season. On the defensive end he won two duels, made three clearances and won one tackle in his full 90 minutes of action.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew's Max Arfsten and Sean Zawadzki called up to U.S. Men's National Team for September FIFA International Window | Columbus Crew COLUMBUS – U.S. Soccer today named the Columbus Crew’s Max Arfsten and Sean Zawadzki to U.S. Men’s National Team Head Coach Mauricio Pochett...

AUGUST 26 • COLUMBUSCREW.COM

Christian Pulisic Back for U.S. Men's Team; Weston McKennie, Matt Turner Out

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino on Tuesday named a 23-player roster for the Americans' September friendlies against Korea Republic and Japan...

AUGUST 26 • FOX SPORTS

U.S. Men's Team Stock Watch: What's Ahead for Reyna, Pulisic, Sargent?

Checking in on the top players from the U.S. men's national team ahead of the September roster announcement.

AUGUST 25 • FOX SPORTS

Productive in Saturday's loss Arfsten generated four shots (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against New England Revolution.

Impact Arfsten put together a solid performance Saturday but he was unable to produce the end product in the loss. He took four shots for the third time this season and created three chances for the fourth time. He also logged five crosses, a number he hits more often than not. He once again played the full 90 minutes at left back.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses Saturday Arfsten had one shot (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Toronto FC.

Impact Arfsten had another solid performance Saturday as he recorded two accurate crosses in his second straight match. He also created two chances and put one shot on target. Although he has maintained a high level of production on the attack, he only has one goal contribution across his last 10 appearances.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses, two accurate Arfsten had one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 3-1 loss versus Orlando City SC.

Impact Currently in 2025, seven crosses are Arfsten's season high. For only the third time this year, he also logged multiple accurate crosses. Between consecutive months, Arfsten has failed to log an assist, though international duty took him out of action for one of them.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in return Arfsten scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Arfsten made his return from international duty with the USMNT and took no time to make his presence felt, as he buried his squad's second goal of the match, just before halftime. The goal marked his first in six appearances, and his fourth of the season. He also continued to shine as a facilitator, completing more than 30 passes for a 16th consecutive appearance.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

'Grit, Resilience, Chemistry'-Columbus Crew Prove Contender Status in Hell is Real Derby Win vs. FC Cincinnati Columbus Crew won their first Hell is Real Derby in Cincinnati in two years thanks to big performances from Diego Rossi and Max Arfsten.

JULY 14 • SACBEE.COM

Returns from Gold Cup Arfsten (international duty) is back in Columbus and is an option again, according to Brianna Mackay of the Columbus Dispatch.

Impact Arfsten is no longer with the USMNT after the Gold Cup and has returned to Columbus just in time for their derby against Cincinnati. He was training with the group, implying he is immediately ready for play. He is a regular starter on the left flank and will likely return to that spot Saturday now that he is available.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

USA Gold Cup Player Reviews: Which World Cup Hopefuls Helped And Hurt Their Cases?

Who stood out? And who has more work to do to stay in the mix for 2026?

JULY 8 • FOX SPORTS

USA vs. Mexico Combined XI: Building The Best Lineup Ahead of the Gold Cup Final

The best combined lineup from the U.S. and Mexico at the Gold Cup. Who makes it?

JULY 5 • FOX SPORTS