Ready for the first action since the 2026 World Cup?
Pochettino’s new 2030 cycle kicks off with a rare four‑match break, merging September and October windows that usually host just two games.
A refreshed roster arrives as Pulisic, Ream, Balogun and other regulars sit out this stretch.
Curious about who the U.S. faces and when? Here’s the essential guide for the opening break of the 2026‑27 season:
When does the USMNT’s international break occur?
Camp opened on Sunday, Sept. 20, and the final fixture lands on Tuesday, Oct. 6.
Who are the USMNT’s opponents during the break?
The Americans open the window against Peru and Chile, then tackle regional rivals Mexico and Canada.
What does the USMNT’s break schedule look like?
Below is the schedule showing dates, times and venues for each match:
- vs. Peru: Saturday, Sept. 26 at 4:30 p.m. ET in Orlando, Fla.
- vs. Chile: Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 8 p.m. ET in St. Louis, Mo.
- vs. Mexico: Saturday, Oct. 3 at 10 p.m. ET in Glendale, Ariz.
- vs. Canada: Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 8 p.m. ET in St. Paul, Minn.
Where can you catch all four matches on TV or online?
Watch options are listed alongside each game below:
- vs. Peru: TNT, HBO Max, Telemundo, Universo, Peacock
- vs. Chile: TNT, truTV, HBO Max, Universo, Peacock
- vs. Mexico: TNT, HBO Max, Telemundo, Universo, Peacock
- vs. Canada: TNT, HBO Max, Telemundo, Universo, Peacock
Who makes the USMNT roster for this stretch?
The squad blends seasoned veterans with promising youngsters, offering depth across the field. In my view, this mix gives Pochettino valuable flexibility.
Goalkeepers: Chris Brady (Chicago), Matt Freese (New York City), Diego Kochen (Lyngby), Brian Schwake (Nashville).
Defenders: George Campbell (West Bromwich Albion), Sergiño Dest (PSV Eindhoven), Alex Freeman (Villarreal), Peyton Miller (New England), Neil Pierre (Philadelphia), Chris Richards (Crystal Palace), Antonee Robinson (Fulham), Miles Robinson (Cincinnati), Auston Trusty (Celtic), Frankie Westfield (Philadelphia).
Midfielders: Tyler Adams (Bournemouth), Mathis Albert (Borussia Dortmund), Sebastian Berhalter (Middlesbrough), Zavier Gozo (Crystal Palace), Adri Mehmeti (New York Red Bulls), Yunus Musah (AC Milan), Brooklyn Raines (New England), Gio Reyna (Strasbourg), Malik Tillman (Bayer Leverkusen).
Forwards: Cole Campbell (SV Elversberg), Justin Ellis (Orlando), Julian Hall (New York Red Bulls), Ricardo Pepi (PSV Eindhoven), Cavan Sullivan (Philadelphia).
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