"As co-host of the expanded 2026 World Cup, the U.S. men's national team was already qualified and wouldn't play another truly meaningful match until the World Cup began."
"Following Saturday's loss to Belgium in Atlanta, the US has three matches remaining before that World Cup run begins: They'll host Portugal in Atlanta on Tuesday, then play Senegal in Charlotte and Germany in Chicago."
"A lack of depth in central defense could cause problems, as well as a lack of chemistry, with projected U.S. starters having never actually seen the pitch together."
The U.S. men's national team, after a 3-1 defeat to the Netherlands in the 2022 World Cup, faces a unique period leading up to the 2026 World Cup. They are already qualified as co-hosts and have three remaining matches before the tournament. The team has seen changes in coaching and player selection, with a mix of returning players and new faces. However, concerns about depth in central defense and team chemistry persist as they prepare for the upcoming World Cup.
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