United States Men’s National Soccer Team (USMNT)

United States Men's National Soccer Team

The United States men’s national soccer team is the national soccer team for the United States, which has won the CONCACAF Gold Cup 8 times, the CONCACAF Nations League 3 times, and reached the 1930 FIFA World Cup in the semifinals.

The team is governed by the United States Soccer Federation. The USMNT has a solid overall performance in FIFA World Cup history, appearing in 12 World Cups with notable achievements, including a quarterfinal appearance in 2002.

The United States is a founding member of CONCACAF in the North American region. There is no official home stadium, but the team plays matches at various venues across the country, with popular locations including Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Lumen Field in Seattle, and Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

The USMNT training facilities are located at the new national training center being built in Atlanta.

Mauricio Pochettino is the current head coach, and Tyler Adams serves as team captain. Cobi Jones was the most capped player for the national team with 164 caps and 15 goals.

Christian Pulisic is currently the active top goalscorer with 32 goals in 78 caps, while historically Clint Dempsey and Landon Donovan are tied as all-time leading scorers with 57 goals each.

United States Men’s National Soccer Team Roster

Christian Pulisic, Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie, Yunus Musah, and Matt Turner are some of the famous soccer players from the United States.

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Head coach Mauricio Pochettino, who managed top European clubs including Tottenham, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain, brings extensive experience at the highest levels.

The team’s first international match was in 1885, and the United States reached its best World Cup result with a semifinal appearance in the inaugural 1930 tournament.

Current Football Squad of the United States Men’s National Soccer Team:

As of August 2025, the United States men’s national soccer team has been preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as co-hosts.

Christian Pulisic remains the key player despite taking a rest during the 2025 Gold Cup. Tyler Adams has returned from injury and continues as team captain. The team features a mix of MLS-based players and Europe-based stars.

The United States will automatically qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as co-hosts alongside Canada and Mexico. The team recently competed in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup, reaching the final where they lost 2-1 to Mexico.

United States Men’s National Soccer Team Squad Players

Here is the United States national team’s current squad, which has been selected for recent matches, including the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup.

The team is currently ranked 15th in the FIFA World Rankings as of August 2025. As co-hosts, the USMNT has automatically qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

PosTeamPldWinDLGFGAGDPts
15USAAuto-Qualified (Host)

About Mauricio Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino US Team football manager

Mauricio Pochettino was officially appointed as the new head coach of the United States men’s national team in August 2024. The Argentine tactician brings extensive experience from managing top European clubs including Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain.

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Pochettino took immediate charge and led the team through the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup, where despite losing the final to Mexico, the tournament provided valuable experience for squad development ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Other Tournaments in USMNT

2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup Squad

  • Goalkeepers: Matt Turner (Crystal Palace), Matt Freese (New York City FC), Chris Brady (Chicago Fire)
  • Defenders: Chris Richards (Crystal Palace), Tim Ream (Charlotte FC), Walker Zimmerman (Nashville SC), Miles Robinson (FC Cincinnati), John Tolkin (Holstein Kiel), Mark McKenzie (Toulouse), Alex Freeman (Orlando City), Nathan Harriel (Philadelphia Union)
  • Midfielders: Tyler Adams (AFC Bournemouth), Malik Tillman (PSV Eindhoven), Brenden Aaronson (Leeds United), Johnny Cardoso (Real Betis), Luca de la Torre (San Diego FC), Diego Luna (Real Salt Lake), Jack McGlynn (Houston Dynamo), Quinn Sullivan (Philadelphia Union), Sebastian Berhalter (Vancouver Whitecaps), Paxten Aaronson (FC Utrecht)
  • Forwards: Haji Wright (Coventry City), Patrick Agyemang (Charlotte FC), Brian White (Vancouver Whitecaps), Max Arfsten (Columbus Crew), Damion Downs (FC Köln)
YearRoundPositionPldWDLGFGA
2025 Gold CupFinal2nd7511114

2024 Copa América Squad

  • Goalkeepers: Matt Turner (Crystal Palace), Ethan Horvath (Cardiff City), Sean Johnson (Toronto FC)
  • Defenders: Kristoffer Lund (Palermo), Chris Richards (Crystal Palace), Matt Miazga (FC Cincinnati), Tim Ream (Fulham), Antonee Robinson (Fulham), Joe Scally (Borussia Mönchengladbach)
  • Midfielders: Tyler Adams (AFC Bournemouth), Johnny Cardoso (Real Betis), Luca de la Torre (Celta Vigo), Weston McKennie (Juventus), Yunus Musah (Valencia), Gio Reyna (Borussia Dortmund)
  • Forwards: Folarin Balogun (AS Monaco), Christian Pulisic (AC Milan), Ricardo Pepi (PSV Eindhoven), Timothy Weah (Juventus)
TournamentRoundPositionPldWDLGFGA
2024 Copa AméricaGroup Stage311133

United States Soccer Team Information

FIFA World Cup 2026 Asian Qualifiers AFC Fourth Round Qualification
USMNT InformationDetails
CaptainTyler Adams (Rotation Policy)
FIFA codeUSA
FIFA Current Ranking15 (August 2025)
Top ScoreChristian Pulisic (32)
Head coachMauricio Pochettino
AppearanceWorld Cup: 12, Best Result
Semifinals (1930), Quarterfinals (2002)
CONCACAF Gold Cup – 17
Best Results- Won 8 times (1991, 2002, 2005, 2007, 2013, 2017, 2021, 2023)
CONCACAF Nations League- 3
Best Results- Won 3 times (2021, 2023, 2024)

Senior Competition Records

TournamentWinner2nd3rdTotal
FIFA World Cup00112
CONCACAF Gold Cup86217
CONCACAF Nations League3014
Copa América0013
Olympic Games01110
Total117646

USMNAT Head-to-head record (H2H history) vs National Teams

  • Win % – 43.2%
  • Played – 1,100+
  • Win – 475+
  • Loss – 390+
  • Drew – 235+
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United States Soccer Team Logo

The United States Men’s National Soccer Team logo features the traditional red, white, and blue colours with stars and stripes representing the American flag. The crest includes the US Soccer Federation shield design.

Recent Match Results (2025)

2026 FIFA World Cup USA Team
DateCompetitionMatchVenue
January 18FriendlyUnited States 3–1 VenezuelaFort Lauderdale, Florida
January 22United States 3–0 Costa RicaOrlando, Florida
March 20Nations League SFUnited States 0–1 PanamaInglewood, California
March 23Nations League 3rdCanada 2–1 United StatesInglewood, California
June 7FriendlyUnited States 1–2 TurkeyEast Hartford, Connecticut
June 10United States 0–4 SwitzerlandNashville, Tennessee
June 152025 CONCACAF Gold CupUnited States 5–0 Trinidad and TobagoSan Jose, California
June 19Saudi Arabia 0–1 United StatesAustin, Texas
June 22United States 2–1 HaitiArlington, Texas
June 292025 CONCACAF Gold Cup QFUnited States 2–2 (4–3 p) Costa RicaMinneapolis, Minnesota
July 22025 CONCACAF Gold Cup SFUnited States 2–1 GuatemalaSt. Louis, Missouri
July 62025 CONCACAF Gold Cup FUnited States 1–2 MexicoHouston, Texas
September 6FriendlyUnited States 0-2 South KoreaHarrison, New Jersey
September 9United States 2-0 JapanColumbus, Ohio
October 10United States 1-1 EcuadorAustin, Texas
October 14United States 2-1 AustraliaCommerce City, Colorado
November 15FriendlyUnited States vs ParaguayChester, Pennsylvania
November 18FriendlyUnited States vs UruguayTampa, Florida

2026 FIFA World Cup USA Team Qualification

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As co-hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico, the United States automatically qualified for the tournament.

The World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, with the final draw scheduled for December 5, 2025, at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.

USMNT Squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Under coach Mauricio Pochettino, the team is preparing for the home World Cup. A total of 48 Teams are participating in the World Cup after the qualification. USMNT team in Group D. Here’s the projected squad structure:

  • Goalkeepers: Matt Turner, Matt Freese, Chris Brady
  • Defenders: Sergino Dest, Antonee Robinson, Chris Richards, Walker Zimmerman, Tim Ream, Miles Robinson, John Tolkin, Mark McKenzie
  • Midfielders: Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie, Yunus Musah, Malik Tillman, Brenden Aaronson, Johnny Cardoso, Luca de la Torre, Diego Luna
  • Forwards: Christian Pulisic, Folarin Balogun, Ricardo Pepi, Timothy Weah, Haji Wright, Max Arfsten
  • Coach: Mauricio Pochettino

CONCACAF Standing

As co-hosts, the USMNT Squad has automatically qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and does not participate in CONCACAF qualifying rounds.

Schedule of FIFA World Cup 2026

MatchDateTeamsVenue
Group DJune 12, 2026United States vs TBDInglewood, California
Group DJune 19, 2026United States vs TBDSeattle, Washington
Group DJune 25, 2026TBD vs United StatesInglewood, California

Most Capped Players

S. NoNameCaps (Goals)
1Cobi Jones164 (15)
2Landon Donovan157 (57)
3Michael Bradley151 (17)
4Clint Dempsey141 (57)
5Jeff Agoos134 (4)

Top Goalscorer Players

Christian Pulisic American soccer player

Clint Dempsey is the USMNT’s all-time top scorer with 57 goals in 141 Caps. Christian Pulisic is the only active player in this list.

S. NoNameGoals (Caps)
1Clint Dempsey57 (141)
1Landon Donovan57 (157)
3Jozy Altidore42 (115)
4Eric Wynalda34 (106)
5Christian Pulisic32 (78)

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