Charlie Davies joins Meghan Klingenberg on the U.S. Soccer Podcast for a conversation about resilience, his U.S. Men’s National Team career and the comeback that changed his life.
Charlie also looks back on the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the experience of sharing a match with his family, explains why the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup matters to the future of American soccer and offers advice to the next generation of U.S. players. Plus, hear how he went from the pitch to the broadcast booth, his full-circle return to the U.S. Soccer Podcast, and some fun stories about family life.
Chapters
00:00 – Meet Charlie Davies
01:49 – Charlie’s second chance
06:10 – Who would be his Amazing Race partner?
09:23 – Returning to the U.S. Soccer Podcast
12:36 – His advice for Kling
17:20 – Favorite memories from the 2026 FIFA World Cup
22:38 – Why the U.S. Open Cup matters
27:06 – Advice for young U.S. players
30:15 – Overcoming adversity: the accident & cancer
44:42 – His emotional return to the field
48:30 – Life as a dad to twins
55:00 – Ask the Pros
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