Oguchi Onyewu

Oguchi Onyewu has transitioned from a decorated professional soccer player to a prominent sports executive, currently serving as U.S. Soccer’s Vice President of Sporting. After a decorated 15-year professional soccer career that included multiple international titles and playing for clubs across Europe, Oguchi Onyewu transitioned into a prominent sports executive role. His professional journey commenced in Europe in 2002 with Metz in France, followed by a loan to La Louvière in 2003.

Onyewu’s foundational understanding of international sports is further supported by his dual B.A. in Language (French) and International Business from Clemson University. Following his retirement from professional play in 2018, Onyewu seamlessly transitioned into sports management. He served as Sporting Director for Orlando City B from 2018 to 2020, where he applied his extensive playing experience to talent development and team strategy.

Subsequently, he held the position of Secretary General for R.E. Virton in Belgium from 2021 to 2022, broadening his executive leadership experience within European football operations. In 2023, Onyewu was appointed Vice President of Sporting for U.S. Soccer, a critical leadership role where he is focused on enhancing the competitiveness of all 27 national teams.

His mandate includes championing diversity and expanding participation across all levels of the sport, leveraging his deep understanding of global football structures. Fluent in English, French, and Spanish, combined with his professional certifications and passion for youth development, Onyewu brings a unique and invaluable perspective to U.S. Soccer’s strategic initiatives and continued growth.