USMNT vs. Senegal live score, results, highlights from USA's 2026 World Cup friendly match

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — It's been a whirlwind for the USMNT over the past few days as the clock winds down to the start of the World Cup.

There was the release of the official roster on Tuesday during a live event in New York, along with the scrutiny of who was and wasn't on the team. That was followed by reports that U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino was linked to AC Milan about their vacancy, which led to questions about his commitment to Team USA and 2026 World Cup.

But now, we can turn our focus to the field, and see how the final roster looks in action with less than two weeks to go. The U.S. faces Senegal on Sunday at Bank of America Stadium, one of two friendly matches over the next week, with fans wondering whether this warm-up stretch will build confidence or heighten fears before the opening game against Paraguay on June 12.

Among the questions for Sunday: How the U.S. defense looks without Chris Richards, who didn't make the trip to Charlotte as he continues to recover from an ankle injury. He's a critical piece for Team USA, and while the hope is he's available for the start of the World Cup, this match will give us a glimpse of what the back line will look like if he's out or limited.

This is the first meeting between the U.S. and Senegal, the No. 14 team in FIFA's world rankings, two spots ahead of the USMNT. It's the third straight World Cup appearance for the Teranga Lions, who'll likely provide a strong tune-up test for the Americans. 

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USMNT vs. Senegal score

Location: Bank of America Stadium (Charlotte, N.C.)
Referee: TBD

Starting lineups:

USA:

Senegal:

The starting lineups will be filled out once they are announced before the game.

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USMNT vs. Senegal live updates, highlights from 2026 World Cup friendly

(All times ET)

Prematch

12:30 p.m.: The U.S. will wear its Stripes kit today vs. Senegal. 

Stripes against Senegal. 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/jUfYpIRGVM

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USA vs. Senegal start time

• Date: Sunday, May 31
• Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET, 12:30 p.m. PT

The United States' international friendly against Senegal is scheduled to start at 3:30 p.m. ET from Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C.

It's the first of two opportunities to glimpse the finalized USMNT roster before the 2026 World Cup, with USA set to take on Germany a week later ahead of their opening World Cup match June 12.

What channel is USA vs. Senegal on today?

• English: TBS
• Spanish: Telemundo, Universo
• Live stream: YouTube, DIRECTV, YouTube, HBO Max

TBS is the primary broadcaster for soccer fans in the United States to watch USMNT vs. Senegal. The match can be streamed live on HBO Max or with DIRECTV, which offers a free trial for new subscribers. The U.S. vs. Senegal match can also be found on YouTube TV.

Spanish-language broadcasts will be shown on Telemundo and Universo.

Veteran broadcaster Luke Wileman (play-by-play) will call the action alongside Kyle Martino (commentator) and Melissa Ortiz (reporter). 

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