The influx of international players into college soccer has been a crucial factor in raising the quality of the game. And as more foreign eyes turn towards the US, more talent has trickled into the NCAA.

On the men’s side, international prospects have been crucial parts of some championship-winning teams. Johannes Bergmann helped anchor the Maryland defense that won the college cup in 2018. Oskar Ågren provided a vital assist to help Clemson lift the trophy in 2021. And with those pieces contributing, some of the best programs in college soccer have looked overseas to find their next big-time contributor. Here are eight internationals to watch next year.