CHICAGO — The United States men’s national soccer team is set to face Costa Rica in a friendly match on January 22 at Inter&Co Stadium located in Orlando, Florida. This game comes as part of a series of two matches that will not feature players from European clubs, following a training camp under the guidance of new coach Mauricio Pochettino.

The friendly against Costa Rica has been officially announced for January 22, and it will occur just days after a match against Venezuela scheduled for January 18 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Both games will be played outside the FIFA international window, which means the national team will heavily lean on talent from Major League Soccer, as players based in Europe will not be available.

These matches present an opportunity for many domestic players to showcase their skills and potentially secure a spot in future squads. The games are part of the preparations under Pochettino, who is looking to build a cohesive and competitive team atmosphere as he embarks on his new role as head coach.

Fans can look forward to these encounters as the U.S. team continues to develop and strategize for upcoming competitions, aiming to strengthen its roster with a blend of seasoned MLS talent and emerging players ready to make their mark.