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US Men's Team Prepares for World Cup with Key Friendlies

7/15/2025

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The U.S. Men’s National Team gears up for the 2026 World Cup with exciting friendlies against Ecuador on October 10 in Austin and Australia on October 14 in Commerce City, Colorado. As both opponents are ranked closely in FIFA—Ecuador at 25th and Australia at 24th—these matches promise to be a thrilling test ahead of the tournament.

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The U.S. Men’s National Team gears up for the 2026 World Cup with exciting friendlies against Ecuador on October 10 in Austin and Australia on October 14 in Commerce City, Colorado. As both opponents are ranked closely in FIFA—Ecuador at 25th and Australia at 24th—these matches promise to be a thrilling test ahead of the tournament.