- Matt Crocker has abruptly resigned as sporting director of the US Soccer Federation.
- His departure comes just two months before the United States co-hosts the World Cup.
- Crocker is reportedly moving to Saudi Arabia to take up a new international football opportunity.
- Dan Helfrich, the federation's chief operating officer, will now provide executive oversight for sporting operations.
- During his tenure, Crocker oversaw significant coaching appointments, including Gregg Berhalter and Mauricio Pochettino for the men's team, and recommended Emma Hayes for the women's team.
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US Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker quits just two months before World Cup