Chris Armas Elected to National Soccer Hall of Fame

Carli Lloyd, Chris Armas, Nick Rimando, Mary Harvey, and Mark Abbott have been elected to the U.S. National Soccer Hall of Fame, with induction set for May 3, 2025. Lloyd, a two-time World Cup champion and FIFA's best women's player in 2015 and 2016, received 97.9% of the votes in her first year on the ballot. Rimando, recognized for his record 553 MLS appearances, garnered 72.9% support, while Harvey earned 95.8% of votes for her contributions to the women's national team. Armas, a decorated player and current head coach of the Colorado Rapids, was selected from the veteran ballot, reflecting his significant impact on American soccer as a player and coach. Abbott, who played a pivotal role in the growth of Major League Soccer, rounds out the inductees. The announcement highlights the achievements of these soccer icons and their lasting influence on the sport.