The story
The United States national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the USMNT, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 14 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from CONCACAF to this expanded 48-team tournament.
Hosts with a golden generation that finally has to deliver in front of a home crowd.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, United States will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group D and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group D. The connection between Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Christian Pulisic - the clinical winger who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
United States are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
United States
Paraguay United States Secure Crucial 3-0 Win Over Paraguay
A thrilling match in Atlanta concludes with United States and Paraguay leaving everything on the pitch. Read the full post-match analysis.
United States
Australia Triumph for United States in Tense 2-1 Battle
A thrilling match in Atlanta concludes with United States and Australia leaving everything on the pitch. Read the full post-match analysis.
United States
Turkiye United States Outclass Turkiye in 2-1 Victory
A thrilling match in Atlanta concludes with United States and Turkiye leaving everything on the pitch. Read the full post-match analysis.