USMNT faces Belgium in final World Cup tune-up match

Christian Pulisic leads the U.S. men's national team in Atlanta ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 6:23pm

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The U.S. men's national team will take on Belgium in an international friendly match on Saturday, March 28 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. This is the final tune-up match for the USMNT before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Christian Pulisic is set to lead the U.S. squad in this match against top European opposition.

Why it matters

These March friendlies are the last chance for USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino to evaluate his player pool before finalizing the World Cup roster. The match against Belgium will provide valuable experience against a strong European team as the U.S. prepares to compete on the global stage.

The details

The USMNT vs. Belgium match will be televised on TNT and truTV, with a live stream available on HBO Max. Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. local time in Atlanta. This is the first of two March friendlies for the U.S., with another match against Portugal scheduled for March 31.

  • The USMNT vs. Belgium match will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
  • Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. local time in Atlanta, Georgia.

The players

Christian Pulisic

The star midfielder and captain of the U.S. men's national team.

Mauricio Pochettino

The head coach of the USMNT, leading the team in its final preparations for the 2026 World Cup.

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What they’re saying

“These March friendlies are crucial for us to get a final look at the players before we make our World Cup roster decisions.”

— Mauricio Pochettino, USMNT Head Coach

What’s next

After the match against Belgium, the USMNT will face Portugal on March 31 in their final tune-up before the 2026 World Cup.

The takeaway

The USMNT's match against Belgium represents the last chance for players to impress the coaching staff and secure a spot on the World Cup roster. A strong performance against a top European opponent will be crucial for the U.S. team's confidence and preparation ahead of the biggest tournament on home soil.