The United States men’s national soccer team is gearing up for its first matches since the 2026 World Cup during the upcoming September-October FIFA international window. They will host friendly matches against Peru, Chile, Canada, and Mexico at various venues across the nation.
The USMNT will kick off their series against Peru on September 26 at Inter.co Stadium in Orlando, Florida, followed by a clash with Chile on September 29 at Energizer Park in St. Louis.
The team will then face off against Mexico on October 3 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Their international window will wrap up with a match against Canada at Allianz Field in St. Paul, Minnesota, on October 6.
Head coach Mauricio Pochettino will be at the helm, having recently signed a contract extension with U.S. Soccer through 2030.
In a statement, Pochettino expressed his enthusiasm: “We are thrilled to embark on this new phase of our journey with matches in front of our home supporters. The incredible energy from our fans this summer has set a high bar.”
Pochettino added, “We expect our players to approach each game with the mentality that every match is crucial, demonstrating the passion and commitment our supporters deserve. Our goal is to consistently face the best opponents possible, and these matches will offer a diverse range of experiences as we enter this new chapter of the U.S. Men’s National Team.”
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Pochettino was appointed to lead the team in 2024, succeeding former coach Gregg Berhalter after the team’s early exit in the Copa America group stage.
His initial contract was set to expire after the 2026 World Cup, where he guided the U.S. to a top finish in Group D with victories over Paraguay and Australia, as well as a round-of-32 win against Bosnia-Herzegovina, before falling 4-1 to Belgium in the round of 16.
Pochettino’s coaching record with the U.S. stands at 17 wins, 12 losses, and 2 draws (W-L-D).