The United States men’s national team will return to action next month with a friendly against Wales. The U.S. Soccer Federation confirmed the news on social media, announcing that the game is scheduled for November 12th.

USMNT and Wales will square off at Swansea City’s The Liberty Stadium in Swansea, Wales. The game will be held in front of empty stands according to UEFA’s Return to Play protocol.

“First and foremost, we are looking forward to getting the group together after such a challenging year,” said USMNT’s head coach Gregg Berhalter. “Wales is a quality opponent with high-level players, so it’s a good opportunity to test ourselves. We appreciate all the work by the Football Association of Wales and here at U.S. Soccer to provide this opportunity to compete.”

USMNT’s roster for Wales’ game is expected to include mostly players from Europe. MLS players might get included, but only if the U.S. Soccer Federation manages to secure another game during the November international window.

The United States and Wales met only once before, playing a friendly at San Jose’s Spartan Stadium in 2003. The USMNT got a 2-0 win thanks to goals by Landon Donovan and Eddie Lewis.

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The United States men’s national team interim manager Dave Sarachan announced the 24-man roster for upcoming friendlies with Colombia and Peru. Unlike several previous call-ups, in which he turned to younger and inexperienced squad, Sarachan opted to put some veteran names on his list this time. USMNT veterans Michael Bradley and Brad Guzan are back on the roster while Borussia Dortmund’s star winger Christian Pulisic will also join the team after missing games in September.

“I’m excited about the upcoming games, and I’m excited about the group of players that we have selected,” – said Sarachan. “There is a consistent group of younger players that we’ve had over the past friendlies and added some new faces I’m looking forward to seeing up close. We will have Christian Pulisic back, and there is also the addition of a couple of veteran players in Michael Bradley and Brad Guzan, so there is a lot to look forward to in these next Kickoff Series matches.“

Asked why he decided to bring in veterans this time, Dave Sarachan said that he is looking to have a mix of experience and youth that will blend in time for upcoming competitive games.

“When you are building a team, at some point there has to be the proper blend of youth and experience,” – he added. “As we head into these last four friendlies of the year, I felt the timing was right to begin that transition. I think it’s important to do it earlier than a week before the Gold Cup or a World Cup qualifier.“

Friendlies with Colombia and Peru will also be an opportunity for some players to make a debut for the senior team. Nordsjaelland winger Jonathan Amon, New York City FC left-back Ben Sweat and FC Dallas right-back Reggie Cannon have been called-up for the first time and is expected that Sarachan will give them some playing time.

You can check out the full 24-man roster below.

GOALKEEPERS
Brad Guzan (Atlanta United FC), Ethan Horvath (Club Brugge), Zack Steffen (Columbus Crew SC)

DEFENDERS
John Brooks (Wolfsburg), Reggie Cannon (FC Dallas), Cameron Carter-Vickers (Swansea City), Aaron Long (New York Red Bulls), Matt Miazga (Nantes), Antonee Robinson (Wigan Athletic),
Ben Sweat (New York City FC), DeAndre Yedlin (Newcastle United)

MIDFIELDERS
Kellyn Acosta (Colorado Rapids), Tyler Adams (New York Red Bulls), Jonathan Amon (Nordsjaelland), Michael Bradley (Toronto FC), Julian Green (Greuther Furth), Weston McKennie (Schalke), 
Christian Pulisic (Borussia Dortmund), Kenny Saief (Anderlecht), Wil Trapp (Columbus Crew ), Tim Weah (Paris Saint-Germain)

FORWARDS
Andrija Novakovich (Fortuna Sittard), Josh Sargent (Werder Bremen), Bobby Wood (Hannover 96)

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Since Dave Sarachan took over the United States men’s national soccer team in October 2017, his focus was on the younger players. Since he took over, 18 new players have made their debuts for the senior team.

This meant that some of the USMNT veterans like Michael Bradley and Jozy Altidore failed to receive call-ups for recent friendly games. However, Sarachan didn’t rule out calling them in the future and said that they still have a role in the team.

The 64-year-old coach told reporters on Wednesday that he recently spoke with Bradley, and explained to the player that there would be a time when the team will count on veteran players once again.

“We’re not discounting the value of veteran leadership, and Michael falls into that category,” – said Sarachan. “There will be a time, I’m sure when we’re going to count on those players like Michael to be a part of this. We had a good conversation, and I think he understands where we are.”

While U.S. Soccer Federation looks for a permanent solution for USMNT’s coaching position, Dave Sarachan will continue to fill the interim role at least until the end of the year. USMNT has five friendly matches to play until the end of the year, including home games against Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia. According to Sarachan, the fans can expect to see a similar roster that played in the several recent friendlies.

“I would say that the roster, if you followed our team over the last six friendlies, will be composed pretty similarly to what we’ve done in the past,” – he said. “But I feel very confident that the group we’re going to bring will be very competitive.“

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The United States men’s national soccer team might be in for a bright future despite missing to qualify for 2018 World Cup in Russia. The U.S. faced Bolivia in an international friendly on Monday night and came out with an easy 3-0 win. To make things more exciting, it was a win that USMNT managed to clinch with the help of its young players. While the team’s brightest young star, Borussia Dortmund’s Christian Pulisic, had to miss the game due to an injury, others stepped in.

After Walker Zimmerman scored the first goal of the game in the 37th minute, teenagers Josh Sargent and Timothy Weah added a goal each in the second half for a comfortable win. This was the first goal in USMNT jersey for all three goal scorers. Besides them, five players made their international debuts versus Bolivia, with U.S. roster having 11 players who were 21 or less. USMNT’s caretaker manager Dave Sarachan decided to give younger players a chance to show what they know and they responded in an impressive manner.

“I thought for good segments of the game, the soccer was pretty good,” – said Sarachan after the game. “I thought in the first half we had a number of opportunities to bury some chances, but we looked young. We looked young in terms of patience and quality, but that’s what these games are all about.“

This was an especially eventful game for the 18-year-old Paris Saint-Germain youngster Timothy Weah. While he struggled with making correct plays in the first half, Weah bounced back in the second half and put on an impressive display.

“[Weah] was all over the shop,” – said Sarachan about his young star. “He looked like a kid who has never played at a higher level, [then] a guy that was looking to come out of a game where he wasn’t even sure if he was hurt, [and later] to flying and beating guys.“

Dave Sarachan then decided to reflect on another 18-year-old scorer against Bolivia, Werder Bremen’s Josh Sargent, who made his debut for USMNT.

“We’re very thin at the No. 9 position in American soccer in my opinion,” – he said. “So here’s a kid that has progressed throughout all the age groups and [youth] World Cup settings, and I’m not projecting Josh to be a starter from here on in with the men’s team, but he possesses a certain mentality and frame. And why not look at him at a time when you can? We need goal scorers, we need to give them opportunities, and so for me, I didn’t even think twice about it.“

However, this young squad will have their true test in the upcoming weeks when it faces Ireland and France in the upcoming friendlies.

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The United States men’s national team will return to action next month with a friendly against Wales. The U.S. Soccer Federation confirmed the news on social media, announcing that the game is scheduled for November 12th.

USMNT and Wales will square off at Swansea City’s The Liberty Stadium in Swansea, Wales. The game will be held in front of empty stands according to UEFA’s Return to Play protocol.

“First and foremost, we are looking forward to getting the group together after such a challenging year,” said USMNT’s head coach Gregg Berhalter. “Wales is a quality opponent with high-level players, so it’s a good opportunity to test ourselves. We appreciate all the work by the Football Association of Wales and here at U.S. Soccer to provide this opportunity to compete.”

USMNT’s roster for Wales’ game is expected to include mostly players from Europe. MLS players might get included, but only if the U.S. Soccer Federation manages to secure another game during the November international window.

The United States and Wales met only once before, playing a friendly at San Jose’s Spartan Stadium in 2003. The USMNT got a 2-0 win thanks to goals by Landon Donovan and Eddie Lewis.

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The United States men’s national team interim manager Dave Sarachan announced the 24-man roster for upcoming friendlies with Colombia and Peru. Unlike several previous call-ups, in which he turned to younger and inexperienced squad, Sarachan opted to put some veteran names on his list this time. USMNT veterans Michael Bradley and Brad Guzan are back on the roster while Borussia Dortmund’s star winger Christian Pulisic will also join the team after missing games in September.

“I’m excited about the upcoming games, and I’m excited about the group of players that we have selected,” – said Sarachan. “There is a consistent group of younger players that we’ve had over the past friendlies and added some new faces I’m looking forward to seeing up close. We will have Christian Pulisic back, and there is also the addition of a couple of veteran players in Michael Bradley and Brad Guzan, so there is a lot to look forward to in these next Kickoff Series matches.“

Asked why he decided to bring in veterans this time, Dave Sarachan said that he is looking to have a mix of experience and youth that will blend in time for upcoming competitive games.

“When you are building a team, at some point there has to be the proper blend of youth and experience,” – he added. “As we head into these last four friendlies of the year, I felt the timing was right to begin that transition. I think it’s important to do it earlier than a week before the Gold Cup or a World Cup qualifier.“

Friendlies with Colombia and Peru will also be an opportunity for some players to make a debut for the senior team. Nordsjaelland winger Jonathan Amon, New York City FC left-back Ben Sweat and FC Dallas right-back Reggie Cannon have been called-up for the first time and is expected that Sarachan will give them some playing time.

You can check out the full 24-man roster below.

GOALKEEPERS
Brad Guzan (Atlanta United FC), Ethan Horvath (Club Brugge), Zack Steffen (Columbus Crew SC)

DEFENDERS
John Brooks (Wolfsburg), Reggie Cannon (FC Dallas), Cameron Carter-Vickers (Swansea City), Aaron Long (New York Red Bulls), Matt Miazga (Nantes), Antonee Robinson (Wigan Athletic),
Ben Sweat (New York City FC), DeAndre Yedlin (Newcastle United)

MIDFIELDERS
Kellyn Acosta (Colorado Rapids), Tyler Adams (New York Red Bulls), Jonathan Amon (Nordsjaelland), Michael Bradley (Toronto FC), Julian Green (Greuther Furth), Weston McKennie (Schalke), 
Christian Pulisic (Borussia Dortmund), Kenny Saief (Anderlecht), Wil Trapp (Columbus Crew ), Tim Weah (Paris Saint-Germain)

FORWARDS
Andrija Novakovich (Fortuna Sittard), Josh Sargent (Werder Bremen), Bobby Wood (Hannover 96)

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Since Dave Sarachan took over the United States men’s national soccer team in October 2017, his focus was on the younger players. Since he took over, 18 new players have made their debuts for the senior team.

This meant that some of the USMNT veterans like Michael Bradley and Jozy Altidore failed to receive call-ups for recent friendly games. However, Sarachan didn’t rule out calling them in the future and said that they still have a role in the team.

The 64-year-old coach told reporters on Wednesday that he recently spoke with Bradley, and explained to the player that there would be a time when the team will count on veteran players once again.

“We’re not discounting the value of veteran leadership, and Michael falls into that category,” – said Sarachan. “There will be a time, I’m sure when we’re going to count on those players like Michael to be a part of this. We had a good conversation, and I think he understands where we are.”

While U.S. Soccer Federation looks for a permanent solution for USMNT’s coaching position, Dave Sarachan will continue to fill the interim role at least until the end of the year. USMNT has five friendly matches to play until the end of the year, including home games against Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia. According to Sarachan, the fans can expect to see a similar roster that played in the several recent friendlies.

“I would say that the roster, if you followed our team over the last six friendlies, will be composed pretty similarly to what we’ve done in the past,” – he said. “But I feel very confident that the group we’re going to bring will be very competitive.“

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The United States men’s national soccer team might be in for a bright future despite missing to qualify for 2018 World Cup in Russia. The U.S. faced Bolivia in an international friendly on Monday night and came out with an easy 3-0 win. To make things more exciting, it was a win that USMNT managed to clinch with the help of its young players. While the team’s brightest young star, Borussia Dortmund’s Christian Pulisic, had to miss the game due to an injury, others stepped in.

After Walker Zimmerman scored the first goal of the game in the 37th minute, teenagers Josh Sargent and Timothy Weah added a goal each in the second half for a comfortable win. This was the first goal in USMNT jersey for all three goal scorers. Besides them, five players made their international debuts versus Bolivia, with U.S. roster having 11 players who were 21 or less. USMNT’s caretaker manager Dave Sarachan decided to give younger players a chance to show what they know and they responded in an impressive manner.

“I thought for good segments of the game, the soccer was pretty good,” – said Sarachan after the game. “I thought in the first half we had a number of opportunities to bury some chances, but we looked young. We looked young in terms of patience and quality, but that’s what these games are all about.“

This was an especially eventful game for the 18-year-old Paris Saint-Germain youngster Timothy Weah. While he struggled with making correct plays in the first half, Weah bounced back in the second half and put on an impressive display.

“[Weah] was all over the shop,” – said Sarachan about his young star. “He looked like a kid who has never played at a higher level, [then] a guy that was looking to come out of a game where he wasn’t even sure if he was hurt, [and later] to flying and beating guys.“

Dave Sarachan then decided to reflect on another 18-year-old scorer against Bolivia, Werder Bremen’s Josh Sargent, who made his debut for USMNT.

“We’re very thin at the No. 9 position in American soccer in my opinion,” – he said. “So here’s a kid that has progressed throughout all the age groups and [youth] World Cup settings, and I’m not projecting Josh to be a starter from here on in with the men’s team, but he possesses a certain mentality and frame. And why not look at him at a time when you can? We need goal scorers, we need to give them opportunities, and so for me, I didn’t even think twice about it.“

However, this young squad will have their true test in the upcoming weeks when it faces Ireland and France in the upcoming friendlies.

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