The United States men's national soccer team (USMNT) is set to face Colombia in a friendly match on June 8, 2024, at Commanders Field in Landover, Maryland. This encounter comes before the USMNT participates in the Copa América tournament. The USMNT roster includes players from various European leagues such as the English Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Italian Serie A, Spanish La Liga, and German Bundesliga.
The match against Colombia marks an opportunity for Gregg Berhalter's squad to prepare for the Copa América. The tournament will take place over three weeks across the United States and serve as a preparation for the 2026 World Cup on home ground. The USMNT will also face Brazil in another friendly on June 12, 2024.
The USMNT has had mixed results against Colombia, with their last win coming in a 3-0 victory on March 9, 2005. The team's seven-match winless streak against Los Cafeteros is currently the second longest of any opponent after Brazil (11 matches).
The USMNT has faced criticism for their recent performances, with some questioning Gregg Berhalter's tactics and player selections. However, the team remains optimistic about their prospects in the Copa América and beyond.
Despite the friendly match against Colombia being non-competitive in terms of points or standings, it holds significant importance for both teams as they prepare for major international tournaments. The USMNT will be looking to build momentum and confidence ahead of the Copa América, while Colombia aims to fine-tune their squad and strategies before the tournament.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 5:37 p.m. ET on TNT, Telemundo, truTV, Universo, Max, Peacock and FDP Radio. Fans can also follow the game on social media platforms such as @USMNT on Twitter and Instagram.