The U.S. men’s national team’s preparation for the upcoming Copa America begins on Saturday in Landover, Maryland.
Gregg Berhalter’s squad hosts CONMEBOL side Colombia in the first of two June friendlies for both nations. The Americans will square off with the only remaining undefeated team in CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifying before hosting Brazil on Tuesday in Florida.
Sergino Dest’s long-term absence will provide opportunities to both Joe Scally and Shaq Moore this camp. Josh Sargent will not feature tonight due to a nagging foot injury, continuing his lengthy absence from USMNT action.
Christian Pulisic, Antonee Robinson, and Weston McKennie headline Berhalter’s squad for tonight’s showdown, with all three coming off positive club seasons. Haji Wright and Gio Reyna are back involved after productive March windows during the CONCACAF Nations League schedule.
SBI will be providing coverage of the showdown throughout the day so be sure to stay tuned as we provide updates, and analysis before, during and after the match.
Here is a rundown of SBI’s pre-match coverage:
- The USMNT are ready for a “physical” showdown with Colombia to begin a busy month of action. (LINK)
- Josh Sargent is OUT for the USMNT’s meeting with Colombia, but hasn’t yet been ruled out of the remaining matches this month. (LINK)
- Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman are among several USMNT players seeking a strong June window. (LINK)
- Yunus Musah reflected on a “good” first season in Serie A with AC Milan. (LINK)
- SBI takes a look at Who Should, and Will Start for the USMNT vs. Colombia. (LINK)
- Tyler Adams is “looking fit” ahead of a potential USMNT return tonight. (LINK)
- Matt Turner is committed to his No. 1 job with the USMNT despite having a back up role at Nottingham Forest. (LINK)
- The USMNT are trying to keep both Tyler Adams and Josh Sargent healthy heading into the Copa America. (LINK)
- Alex Zendejas and Lennard Maloney were among the omissions from the USMNT June roster. (LINK)
SBI’s editorial staff will provide insight and analysis throughout the day in the comments section below. You are welcome to share your own pre-game and in-game thoughts and opinions as well.
Enjoy the Match.
