A three-time FIFA World Cup participant, Cobi Jones’ distinguished professional career began after playing in the 1994 FIFA World Cup, leading to his signing with Coventry City F.C. in the English Premier League that same year. Following a season in England, Jones moved to Brazilian club Vasco da Gama in 1995 after a standout performance with the United States national team in the 1995 Copa America. In 1996, Jones became a foundational player for Major League Soccer, joining the newly formed Los Angeles Galaxy for the league’s inaugural season, where he would spend 11 years.
Open Cups (2001, 2005). On the international stage, Jones holds the all-time record for appearances with the United States national team, earning an impressive 164 caps and scoring 15 goals. Beyond his 1994 World Cup participation, he also represented the U.S. in the 1998 and 2002 FIFA World Cups, winning the CONCACAF Gold Cup with the national team in 2002.
Today, Jones remains a prominent voice in soccer, serving as a respected analyst for major platforms including MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, Time Warner Cable SportsNet, Fox Sports, BeIN Sports, and the Pac-12 Network. His dedication to the sport extends to ownership, where he is part of the ownership group for Angel City FC of the National Women’s Soccer League. Cobi Jones continues to leverage his deep experience and expertise, solidifying his role as a revered ambassador for the global game.