U.S. Soccer Federation President Carlos Cordeiro Steps Down

Carlos Cordeiro announced his resignation as USF president following backlash over a controversial court document related to a gender discrimination lawsuit. The document argued that men's teams have more responsibility and skill due to biological differences. Cordeiro admitted he did not fully review the document before submission and deemed its wording unacceptable. Cindy Parlow Cone will succeed him, becoming the first female president of the USF.

What did Carlos Cordeiro describe as his mission during his tenure as president of the USF?

• To do what's best for the organization

• To improve the men's national team

• To expand the USF's global presence

• To increase the organization's revenue

What was the main issue in the court document that led to backlash against Cordeiro?

• It criticized the coaching staff of the women's team

• It suggested merging the men's and women's teams

• It argued men have more responsibility and skill due to biological differences

• It proposed a salary cut for the women's team

Who filed the gender discrimination lawsuit mentioned in the court document?

• USF Board of Directors

• Cindy Parlow Cone

• US Women's national team

• US Men's national team

What did Cordeiro say about the wording of the court document?

• It was approved by the board

• It was misunderstood by the public

• It was unacceptable and inexcusable

• It was accurate and fair

Who will become the first female president of the USF?

• Hope Solo

• Megan Rapinoe

• Cindy Parlow Cone

• Alex Morgan