Oguchi Onyewu is U.S. Soccer’s Vice President of Sporting. He is tasked with assisting in growing the competitiveness of all 27 national teams as well as aiding in efforts to increase participation and diversity throughout the soccer landscape at every level.

Prior to joining U.S. Soccer Oguchi was Sporting Director of Orlando City B, and Secretary General of R.E. Virton in Belgium.

A former member of the U.S. Men’s National Team, Oguchi spent more than 10 years as a U.S. mainstay in defense, staring in both the 2006 and 2010 World Cups. Oguchienjoyed a 15-year professional career in Europe playing for world-class teams such as Newcastle United (England), AC Milan (Italy), Sporting Lisbon (Portugal), and Malaga CF (Spain).

A Nigerian-American born and raised in the Washington D.C. area, Oguchi holds a dual B.A. in Language (French) and International Business from Clemson University, a USSF B Coaching License, and a number of professional certifications. Oguchi speaks three languages (English, French, and Spanish), and is passionate about continued education and aiding youth to achieve their highest potential.