Follow every major update ahead of this summer's World Cup, from roster announcements and injuries to ticketing, travel, fan information and more.

The USMNT leads Senegal 3-2 in today’s 2026 World Cup warm-up game. Mauricio Pochettino’s side made a fast start in Charlotte, North Carolina, taking the lead through Sergino Dest after a wonderful pass from Christian Pulisic.

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With the roster now set for this summer's competition, the United States men will begin their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a friendly against African side Senegal on Sunday in Charlotte.

Haiti punched their ticket to the 2026 tournament by winning CONCACAF Group C by a narrow margin. The Haitians ultimately went 3-1-2 (3 wins, 1 loss, 2 draws) but finished pool play with back-to-back shutout wins over Nicaragua and Costa Rica.

Brazil will play their final friendly game in Brazil before they travel to the United States for the 2026 World Cup.