USMNT friendlies: Who are the national team rivals? Match dates and times

After failing to qualify for the World Cup four years ago, the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) is back, having qualified for this year’s tournament in Qatar.

For the international break in September, the USMNT is looking forward to a pair of friendlies against Japan and Saudi Arabia, with both games set to take place in Europe, which will make it easier for players based in Europe to travel.

European teams were unavailable for friendlies in September as they have to play UEFA Nations League matches during this international break. There is no international window scheduled for October as domestic leagues look to work on fixtures ahead of the 2022 World Cup this winter.

USA World Cup schedule: group stage

The United States have been drawn into Group B of the World Cup, alongside England, Iran and Wales. The United States will face Wales first on the opening day of the World Cup. The game against England is second and Gregg Berhalter’s side will complete the group with a game against Iran.

USMNT List for September Camp

Guardians: Ethan Horvath (Luton Town), Sean Johnson (NYCFC), Matt Turner (Arsenal).

Defenders: Reggie Cannon (Boavista), Sergiño Dest (AC Milan), Aaron Long (New York Red Bulls), Mark McKenzie (Genk), Erik Palmer-Brown (Troyes), Joe Scally (Monchengladbach), Sam Vines (Royal Antwerp), DeAndre Yedlin (Inter Miami CF), Walker Zimmerman (Nashville SC).

Midfielders: Kellyn Acosta (LAFC), Tyler Adams (Leeds United), Johnny Cardoso (Internacional), Luca de la Torre (Celta Vigo), Weston McKennie (Juventus), Malik Tillman (Rangers).

Forwards: Brenden Aaronson (Leeds United), Paul Arriola (FC Dallas), Jesus Ferreira (FC Dallas), Jordan Morris (Seattle Sounders), Ricardo Pepi (FC Groningen), Christian Pulisic (Chelsea), Gio Reyna (Borussia Dortmund), Josh Sargent (City of Norwich).

USMNT injured players

Guardians: Zack Steffen (Man City/Middlesbrough).

Defenders: Cameron Carter-Vickers (Celtic), Chris Richards (Crystal Palace), Antonee Robinson (Fulham), Miles Robinson (Atlanta United).

Midfielders: Yunus Musah (Valencia), Cristian Roldan (Seattle Sounders).

Forwards: Daryl Dike (West Brom), Timothy Weah (Lille).

When and where are the friendlies in September?

The USMNT will face Japan in a friendly match in Dusseldorf, Germany on September 23 and four days later on September 27 they will face Saudi Arabia in Murcia, Spain.

USMNT vs. Japan

Stadium: Dusseldorf Arena

Time: 2:45 p.m. local time, which is 8:45 a.m. ET and 5:45 a.m. PT.

USMNT vs. Saudi Arabia

Stadium: Estadio Nueva Condomina

Time: 8:00 p.m. local time, which is 2:00 p.m. ET and 11:00 a.m. PT.