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While Landon Donovan\u2019s days on the soccer pitch are far behind him, the former USA men\u2019s national star star is stealing the show before Team USA\u2019s 2026 World Cup match against Paraguay on June 12 because of the fresh hairstyle he\u2019s sporting. <\/p>\n

Read more Alexi Lalas hurls X-rated British insult at James Corden during USA World Cup coverage<\/a><\/p>\n

Donovan has been transparent about his struggles with hair loss in the past. In October, he came forward with a vulnerable social media post that showed him getting the top of his head shaved and getting fitted for a hair piece. <\/p>\n

The X post was captioned, \u201cAfter years of trying different methods, I\u2019ve finally tried a hair piece. I\u2019ve been encouraged by your messages over the last few days. It has allowed me to be vulnerable and open up about my experience and process. Thank you for all your messages of support!\u201d <\/p>\n

Fast-forward to June, and Donovan is present in Los Angeles for Team USA\u2019s World Cup opener. He posted a video to his X account that was a selfie, where he said, \u201cWe are hours away from US-Paraguay, here in LA. Cannot wait, let\u2019s go!\u201d <\/p>\n

Read more Christian Pulisic reveals what led to surprise second-half benching in USMNT opener<\/a><\/p>\n

Donovan\u2019s new look with his hair is very apparent in the video, and is sparking buzz on social media. <\/p>\n

Thankfully, fans have been mostly positive regarding Donovan\u2019s hair journey, as his fans appreciate how vulnerable he has been about documenting his journey. <\/p>\n

Donovan (who was born in Ontario, California) was one of Team USA\u2019s greatest players for well over a decade and made 157 international appearances for the stars & stripes, and he has now successfully transitioned into an analyst role. <\/p>\n

Read more Exclusive | World Cup chaos expected as travel plans for 50,000 fans still up in the air for first New Jersey game<\/a><\/p>\n

But it\u2019s his hair that has made the most impressive transition of all. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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