
The U.S. men’s national team head into 2026 full of confidence after defeating Uruguay 5–1 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, F.L.
Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay provided a benchmark of sorts on the night given their overall quality. Yet, it was the USMNT who dominated. A heavily rotated side looked organized and well-coached against the two-time World Cup winners. Their mid-block stifled Uruguay in possession as they found it difficult to play through the lines.