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The US men's national soccer team is preparing for a crucial match against Australia, with potential lineup changes and tactical adjustments, aiming to improve after a recent draw and facing a resilient Australian team on a cold Denver night.
The USMNT lineup for the match against Ecuador includes notable players like Tim Ream, Weston McKennie, and Folarin Balogun, with Ream earning his 78th cap and captaincy for the 24th time. The team features an average age of 26 and has a mix of experienced and new players, with some making their first appearances in nearly a year. The match, held in Austin, Texas, marks nearly a year since Mauricio Pochettino's first game as USMNT coach, and the US has historically had an even record against Ecuador, with recent wins in their last three encounters.
The USMNT announced its starting lineup for the friendly match against Korea Republic, featuring notable players like Christian Pulisic and Sergiño Dest, with debut appearances for Tristan Blackmon and others, in a game held at Sports Illustrated Stadium, with the US leading in historical matchups.
The USMNT announced its starting lineup for the friendly against Türkiye, featuring debutants and key players, with Chris Richards captaining and Miles Robinson and Luca de la Torre starting together. The match marks notable first caps for several players, including Matt Freese and Alex Freeman, and continues a historical series where the USMNT has a slight edge over Türkiye. The game is scheduled for June 7, 2025, at Rentschler Field.
Premier League rivals Chelsea FC and Manchester City will meet at Ohio Stadium on August 3, 2024, as part of the 2024 FC Series. This international friendly match will be the 178th all-time meeting between the two clubs, with tickets going on sale on March 27. The event aims to showcase the passion of Ohio and American soccer fans and is part of the FC Series, which features top global soccer clubs playing across the United States.
Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte will host an international friendly soccer match between Real Madrid CF and Chelsea FC on August 6 as part of the Soccer Champions Tour, with exclusive pre-sale tickets available starting March 25. This event follows the Copa America 2024 and showcases the city's growing international footprint in soccer, with both teams bringing their star players for what promises to be a monumental match in Uptown Charlotte.
The USMNT's starting lineup for the international friendly against Slovenia includes seven debutants, tying a modern era record for most starting players to earn their first cap in the same match. The team's average age is 24 years, with 10 substitutes also in contention to make their debut. Veteran defender Miles Robinson captains the side for the first time, and the USA is 41-13-12 in 66 matches under Gregg Berhalter.
The US Men's National Team (USMNT) is set to open its 2024 campaign with a friendly match against Slovenia in San Antonio, featuring a roster of 25 MLS-based players. This match provides an opportunity for rising talents to make their mark ahead of important competitions, including the Concacaf Nations League, Copa America, and the 2024 Olympic Games. The USMNT's roster includes several uncapped players and those eligible for the Olympic Games, while also featuring experienced players aiming to secure World Cup opportunities. The match will take place at Toyota Field, with Slovenia coming off a strong performance in UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying.
The US Women's National Team (USWNT) has announced their starting lineup for the international friendly match against China PR. The starting XI includes players such as Lindsey Horan, Tierna Davidson, Lynn Williams, and Ashley Hatch. This lineup features seven changes from the previous match, with Aubrey Kingsbury starting in goal and Jenna Nighswonger making her first career start. The team has an average age of 26.5 years and four players with single-digit caps. Lindsey Horan will captain the team for the 10th time this year, while Aubrey Kingsbury will earn her second career cap. Sam Coffey, Lynn Williams, Ashley Hatch, and Tierna Davidson are also set to feature in the starting lineup.
The US Women's National Team (USWNT) has announced their starting lineup for the international friendly against Colombia. The lineup features three changes from the previous match, with Casey Murphy in goal, Savannah DeMelo in midfield, and Sophia Smith on the attack. Lindsey Horan will captain the team and earn her 137th cap, while Casey Murphy will make her fifth start of the year. The lineup averages 27 years of age and 67 caps per player.
Germany's 2-2 draw with Mexico in their final US Tour game highlighted Mexico's strong defensive organization, Germany's high defensive line that left them vulnerable to counterattacks, Julian Nagelsmann's strikerless system causing confusion, and Germany's need for defensive improvement.
Gio Reyna scored his first two goals for the USMNT since June 2021, leading the team to a 4-0 victory over Ghana. After a tumultuous year filled with controversy and strained relationships, Reyna's performance was described as a "man of the match-type" by coach Gregg Berhalter. The win provided a feel-good end to the October international window for the USMNT, boosting their confidence heading into the upcoming CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinals.
The US Men's National Team (USMNT) has announced their starting lineup for the international friendly match against Ghana. The starting XI includes players such as Matt Turner, Sergiño Dest, Gio Reyna, and Christian Pulisic as captain. The lineup has an average age of 23 years and 191 days, making it one of the youngest lineups of 2023. The team will face Ghana, with Yunus Musah starting against the country of his parents' birth. The match marks Pulisic's 19th time as captain, tying him with Marcelo Balboa and Landon Donovan on the team's all-time captains list.
Germany came from behind to defeat the United States 3-1 in an international friendly match. Christian Pulisic scored a brilliant solo goal for the US, but Germany equalized through Ilkay Gündogan before taking control in the second half with goals from Niclas Füllkrug and Jamal Musiala. The defeat marked the first loss for Gregg Berhalter in his second spell as USMNT coach. Gio Reyna made his return from injury and played 45 minutes, signaling progress in his relationship with Berhalter. Germany, under new coach Julian Nagelsmann, was eager to bounce back after recent disappointments. The US will now look to improve their performance against Ghana in their next match.
The U.S. Men's National Team will face Germany in an international friendly match as part of their preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Germany, a four-time World Cup champion, has a rich footballing history and has produced some of the best players in the world. The U.S. has a 4-7-0 record against Germany, with their most recent victory coming in 2015. Germany has struggled in recent friendlies but will be led by their new coach, Julian Nagelsmann. The roster includes familiar names like Thomas Müller and İlkay Gündoğan, while the U.S. will feature players like Gio Reyna.