The 1978 season was the 66th season of competitive soccer in the United States.

National teams

Men

Senior Wins Losses Draws021

Women

Managerial changes

League standings

North American Soccer League (Div. 1)

National Conference

Eastern Division

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American Conference

NASL Playoffs

American Soccer League (Div. 2)

College soccer

National Challenge Cup

Final

American clubs in international competition

References The Year in American Soccer - 1978