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USA beat Brazil 1-0 in Fortaleza as eight red cards were shown (four Brazilians and four staff); Zaneratto and Tarciane were dismissed, Kerolin and Ludmila were later sent off for dissent after full-time, and Sophia Smith scored the winner.
Germany defeated the USMNT 2-1 in Chicago in their final World Cup warmup, with Kai Havertz opening early and Leroy Sané sealing the win before Antonee Robinson’s late strike for the US; Nico Schlotterbeck impressed at the back, and the piece notes Germany will need more from Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala to contend at the tournament.
Argentina defeated Honduras 2-0 in a 2026 pre-World Cup international friendly in College Station, Texas, with Lautaro Martinez converting a first-half penalty and Giuliano Simeone finishing a Martinez backheel to seal the win as Lionel Scaloni’s side dominated proceedings.
Brazil beat the U.S. women’s national team 2-1 in a São Paulo friendly after Sophia Wilson opened for the US; Taina Maranhão and Bia Zaneratto struck for Brazil. The US held the edge in corners (7-3) and shots (9-8) but had only two on target. They meet again Tuesday in Fortaleza. The US is 4-2 in 2026 (SheBelieves Cup champions), while Brazil, eyeing the 2027 Womens World Cup at home, looks to build on this win.
USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino names a five-change starting XI for the Coca-Cola Send-Off friendly vs. Germany at Soldier Field, featuring Matt Freese in goal, a back line of Dest, Antonee Robinson, Miles Robinson and Tim Ream (captain), a midfield trio anchored by Tyler Adams and Weston McKennie with Malik Tillman, and an attacking line of Christian Pulisic, Alex Freeman and Folarin Balogun. Kickoff is 1:30 p.m. CT (pre-game 12:30 p.m. CT on TBS); substitutes include Turner, Reyna, Aaronson, Berhalter, Pepi, Weah, Scally and others, while Chris Richards is not dressed. Notable roster points: Pulisic sits on 86 caps, Ream captains for the 29th time, and Balogun adds to his 27 caps. The XI averages a high level of international experience and is designed to sharpen for the upcoming World Cup cycle.
Canada hosts Uzbekistan in a June friendly in Edmonton as both nations gear up for the 2026 World Cup; Canada, pursuing a third appearance, relies on Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David while Uzbekistan eyes a historic debut, with Canada favored to win and multiple viewing options listed.
USMNT lineup for the Allstate Continental Clásico vs Senegal in Charlotte is announced, with Matt Turner in goal and a starting XI that includes Christian Pulisic, Gio Reyna, Ricardo Pepi, Sergiño Dest, and captain Tim Ream; 21-year-old Alex Freeman starts at left-back, while a deep substitutes list features Weston McKennie and Brenden Aaronson. The roster notes highlight Pulisic's 85th cap, Ream’s captaincy, Adams’ return, and that this is the USA’s first-ever meeting with Senegal. Chris Richards remains out with an ankle issue. Kickoff is 3:30 p.m. ET, with TV/broadcast coverage on TBS, HBO Max, Telemundo, Universo, and Peacock, plus radio coverage from Westwood One and Fútbol de Primera. Eleven substitutions are allowed across three moments.
Mexico hosts Portugal at Estadio Banorte in Mexico City as the Estadio Azteca reopens for a high-profile international friendly. El Tri, dealing with injuries, will look to make a statement ahead of the 2026 World Cup under Javier Aguirre, while Portugal—led by Roberto Martinez and without injured star Cristiano Ronaldo—arrives as a favorite. Kickoff is at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT. TV options include US: FOX/FOX Sports App and ViX (also TUDN and Univision); Mexico: Canal 5, Azteca 7, TUDN, ViX, Azteca Deportes.
The USMNT faces Belgium in a March friendly at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, with Miles Robinson and Chris Richards ruled out due to injuries. A new rule allows up to 11 substitutions per side, enabling heavy rotation as players audition for the World Cup roster, while Belgium may rest a couple of stars. Kickoff is 3:30 pm ET (12:30 pm PT) with TV coverage on TNT and truTV (English), Telemundo and Universo (Spanish), and streaming on HBO Max, Peacock, and FuboTV.
The USMNT (led by Mauricio Pochettino) hosts Belgium in an international friendly at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Saturday, March 28, with kickoff at 3:30 p.m. ET. In the U.S., the match airs on TNT and TruTV and is streamed on HBO Max, with Spanish coverage on Telemundo, Universo and Peacock. Belgium’s coverage comes via RTL TV/Sporza/RTL Play, while UK viewers can use Premier Sports Player/2; Mexico streams on ESPN Mexico or Disney+ Premium, and Canada has no scheduled broadcaster. This game serves as a World Cup‑cycle tune‑up ahead of June friendlies and squad selection, featuring stars like Christian Pulisic and Kevin De Bruyne.
USMNT faces Belgium in an Atlanta international friendly at Mercedes-Benz Stadium with Matt Turner in goal and a starting XI anchored by captain Tim Ream, plus Christian Pulisic, Balogun, Weah, McKennie and Malik Tillman. Johnny Cardoso earns his first USMNT appearance against a Top-10 opponent, while Turner returns for the first time since June 2025 and Ream will captain for the 26th time. Not dressed due to injury are Chris Richards and Miles Robinson. Substitutes include Freese, Brady, Schulte, Trusty, Roldan, Reyna, Pepi, Aaronson, Berhalter, Freeman, Arfsten, Scally, Morris and Agyemang. The USMNT is 1-5-0 all-time versus Belgium; teams are allowed 11 substitutions across three moments. Kickoff is 3:30 p.m. ET; pre-game coverage begins at 2:30 p.m. ET on TNT, Telemundo, Universo, HBO Max and Peacock.
Paolo Guerrero scores twice to power Alianza Lima to a 3-0 victory over Lionel Messi's Inter Miami in a 2026 international friendly at Estadio Alejandro Villanueva in Lima.
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.