Tim Ream becomes oldest American to play in World Cup at 38
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Tim Ream made history on June 12 by becoming the oldest American man to play in a World Cup, taking the field for the USMNT against Paraguay at 38 years and 250 days old. He surpassed the previous record held by Fernando Clavijo, who was 38 years and 162 days during the 1994 World Cup. This World Cup marks Ream's second appearance, having previously started all four games for the U.S. in the 2022 Qatar tournament. The USMNT captain was selected for his leadership qualities by head coach Mauricio Pochettino, despite having other captain candidates on the roster.
- •Tim Ream played against Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup.
- •He is 38 years and 250 days old, surpassing Clavijo's record.
- •Ream previously played all four U.S. games in Qatar 2022.
- •He was named captain by head coach Mauricio Pochettino.
- •Ream now plays in MLS for Charlotte FC.
- 1:17 AMCBS Sports — USMNT's Tim Ream makes history as oldest USA soccer player to feature in a World Cup
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — USMNT captain Tim Ream becomes oldest American to play in World Cup
"Time Ream, the 38-year-old U.S. captain, became the oldest American man to play in a World Cup when he took the field against Paraguay on June 12.
"The 38-year-old Charlotte FC defender surpasses Fernando Clavijo to become the oldest player to ever take the pitch for the U.S. at a World Cup
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External links- CBS SportsJun 13, 2026, 1:17 AMUSMNT's Tim Ream makes history as oldest USA soccer player to feature in a World Cup
The 38-year-old Charlotte FC defender surpasses Fernando Clavijo to become the oldest player to ever take the pitch for the U.S. at a World Cup
- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 1:00 AMUSMNT captain Tim Ream becomes oldest American to play in World Cup
Time Ream, the 38-year-old U.S. captain, became the oldest American man to play in a World Cup when he took the field against Paraguay on June 12.
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