ST. LOUIS — The U.S. men’s national soccer team is set to kick off its 2025 campaign with a friendly match against Venezuela on January 18 at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The announcement was made on Monday, noting that this matchup does not fall on a FIFA international window, meaning that many regulars who play in Europe will likely not be available.

Under the leadership of new head coach Mauricio Pochettino, the American squad will conduct a training camp in advance of the game, counting on a roster primarily filled with players from Major League Soccer.

This friendly serves as an opportunity for the team to prepare for upcoming competitions and allows Pochettino to evaluate various talents ahead of more significant matches in the future.