USMNT vs. South Korea: Key Details for the Upcoming Friendly Match
The US men's national soccer team returns to action, facing South Korea ahead of the 2026 World Cup. With key players and former Tottenham star Son Heung-Min in the lineup, Coach Mauricio Pochettino is eager to test his squad.
On Saturday, the United States men’s national team returns to action after losing to Mexico in the Concacaf Gold Cup final. The USMNT faces South Korea and Japan in this international break, with both teams already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, offering a chance to measure their strengths against high-ranking opponents.
Mauricio Pochettino will reunite with his former Tottenham player, Son Heung-Min during the upcoming match. He expresses enthusiasm about this meeting:
‘It’s going to be an amazing opportunity to see each other. We really love each other. He was a very important player for me at Tottenham… '
The reunion is expected to be even sweeter if the USMNT can secure a victory. Facing South Korea, ranked 23rd by FIFA, presents an opportunity for a notable win ahead of tough matchups with Japan, who sits at 17th.
How to Watch:
- Date: Saturday, Sep. 6
- Time: 5 p.m. ET
- Location: Sports Illustrated Stadium, Harrison, New Jersey
- TV: TNT
- Live stream: Fubo
- Odds: USMNT +125; Draw +230; South Korea +220
Predicted Lineup:
- Matt Freese, Sergino Dest, Chris Richards, Noahkai Banks, Max Arfsten, Tyler Adams, Luca De La Torre, Diego Luna, Tim Weah, Christian Pulisic, Josh Sargent.
Prediction: The USMNT may struggle early in the match, but they could recover and draw against South Korea. Final Score: USMNT 1, South Korea 1.
