USA Set to Face Senegal in Pre-World Cup Friendly Showdown

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, the United States is gearing up for an exciting summer, with a series of friendly matches lined up before the tournament kicks off. The US Men’s National Team (USMNT) will first take on Senegal this Sunday at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.

This match marks the opening event of the Allstate Continental Clasico and serves as a crucial preparation for head coach Mauricio Pochettino’s squad. It will be the first of two final matches for the team ahead of their World Cup group stage debut on June 12 in Los Angeles.

Ranked 14th in the world, Senegal boasts a talented roster featuring the likes of Sadio Mane, presenting a significant challenge for the newly announced 26-man USMNT lineup. Fans will witness how the team performs under pressure in front of an enthusiastic crowd in Charlotte.

For those looking to catch the match, it will be broadcast live on TBS, with streaming options available via DIRECTV. The game is set to begin at 3:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, May 31.

Here’s a quick look at the upcoming schedule for Team USA:

Date: May 31 - Opponent: Senegal - Time: 3:30 p.m. ET - Venue: Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte - TV/Live Stream: TBS, DIRECTV

Date: June 6 - Opponent: Germany - Time: 2:30 p.m. ET - Venue: Soldier Field, Chicago - TV/Live Stream: TBS, DIRECTV

Date: June 12 - Opponent: Paraguay - Time: 9 p.m. ET - Venue: SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles - TV/Live Stream: Fox, DIRECTV

Date: June 19 - Opponent: Australia - Time: 3 p.m. ET - Venue: Lumen Field, Seattle - TV/Live Stream: Fox, DIRECTV

Date: June 25 - Opponent: Turkey - Time: 10 p.m. ET - Venue: SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles - TV/Live Stream: Fox, DIRECTV