The United States men’s national team will face Mexico in a friendly to be held at Guadalajara’s Estadio Akron on Oct. 15, the respective federations announced on Monday.
Former USMNT midfielder Michael Bradley has been hired as head coach of New York Red Bulls II, making it the first managerial role in his nascent coaching career.
For United States coach Gregg Berhalter, having the 2026 World Cup final played in New Jersey adds another layer of incentive, having grown up close to MetLife Stadium, the venue that will host the championship match.