Local fans disappointed USMNT missing 2018 World Cup Ian Price October 11, 2017 1 minute read The U.S. men’s soccer team did not qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 1986. Leaving coaches and fans in our area disappointed, to say the least. More from WFIR’s Ian Price: Share: Post navigation Previous: Bedford County authorities looking for man who exposed himself to girlNext: Salem Half Marathon this weekend Related Stories Retired area preacher vows to continue fighting for Autumn’s Law Clark Palmer February 19, 2026 0 Roanoke College Cannabis Studies program ready to pivot if retail marijuana sales become a reality in Virginia Gene Marrano February 19, 2026 0 Volvo Trucks North America rolls out new regional hauler in Pulaski County Gene Marrano February 18, 2026 0