The U.S. men's national team get their Concacaf Gold Cup underway on Sunday against Trinidad and Tobago.
Two international friendly losses to Türkiye and Switzerland delivered mixed results ahead of the Gold Cup. The first performance showed promising signs, but then the Swiss scored four unanswered goals in one half. Four straight losses for Mauricio Pochettino's team puts immense pressure on a side that was already feeling the effects of a poor Nations League performance.
Measured or not, the expectation for this team is to make a deep run. They have to rebuild belief that one of the 2026 FIFA World Cup host nations can hold their own. Players on the fringe have a big opportunity to impress and fight for spots in next year's squad.
First up, Trinidad and Tobago. Their opponent got the better of them the last time they met in November 2023, but the USMNT scored six last time they faced off in the Gold Cup.
Here's guide to USMNT vs. Trindad and Tobago.






