Overview

• Dempsey warns the USMNT must win its next 10 FIFA-date friendlies to entice American fans back to stadiums for the 2026 World Cup.
• U.S. supporters were outnumbered by Guatemala fans in the Gold Cup semifinal in St. Louis and by Mexico fans in the final in Houston.
• The U.S. will play two friendlies in each of the September, October, November, March and June international windows before next summer’s tournament opener.
• Under coach Mauricio Pochettino, the squad’s cultural overhaul emphasizes veteran experience, internal competition and a combative playing style.
• As a co-host, the U.S. is seeded to avoid top-10 opponents and will play group matches in Inglewood on June 12 and 25 and in Seattle on June 19.