After experiencing challenging crowds during the CONCACAF Gold Cup, Tyler Adams expressed that U.S. players are gearing up for the potential of fewer American fans at upcoming World Cup matches. Sellout crowds of 22,423 in St. Louis and 70,925 in Houston heavily favored the opposing teams during the U.S.’s matches against Guatemala and Mexico.

“That’s an experience that they’re going to have because who knows what the World Cup landscape is going to look like in terms of fans and the turnout? To play in a home tournament and have — feel like it’s an away game in a hostile environment, that’s such a good experience for every single player.”

Adams pointed out the benefits of these experiences for players as they prepare for the World Cup next year, with matches set for Inglewood, California, and Seattle.

Reflecting on his role as the U.S. captain during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Adams emphasized the importance of a recent training camp and the bond it has created with new coach Mauricio Pochettino. “It creates a bond and a sense of the culture that he’s trying to build within our team,” Adams said.

With some regular players missing the tournament, young talents showcased their skills. The upcoming friendlies against South Korea and Japan will test the team’s depth.

As Adams prepares for the next steps at his club in Bournemouth, he is also focusing on restoring grass fields through a newly launched initiative, expressing a desire to enhance local sports facilities.

He concluded with a commitment: “I would do 100 if I could.”