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AO BALTIMORE GAME WATCH — USMNT vs SENEGALThe countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is almost over. This Sunday’s match against Senegal is the second-to-last friendly before the World Cup begins in June and one of the final opportunities for Mauricio Pochettino’s squad to sharpen its chemistry, intensity, and identity before opening the tournament on home soil.
Join AO Baltimore at our new home, Claddagh Pub, as the U.S. takes on one of Africa’s top national teams in what should be another major test ahead of the biggest World Cup in U.S. soccer history.
Match Details:
Sunday, May 31, 2026
Kickoff: 3:30 PM ET
Charlotte, NC — Bank of America Stadium
Broadcast: TBS, HBO Max, Universo, Peacock
Why This Match Matters:
The U.S. has officially announced its final 26-man World Cup roster, and now the focus shifts entirely to preparation and performance. Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, Tyler Adams, Gio Reyna, Tim Weah, Antonee Robinson, Chris Richards, and Folarin Balogun headline a squad that blends World Cup experience with emerging talent as Pochettino prepares for his first major tournament leading the United States.
This game is not just about results, but it's also finalizing partnerships, building confidence, and proving the U.S. can compete physically and tactically with elite opposition before the World Cup opens June 12th. Senegal presents exactly that kind of challenge.
About Senegal:
Senegal enters the match as one of the strongest teams in Africa and currently sits among the top-ranked nations in the world. Led by a fast, athletic, and disciplined core, Senegal has become a consistent force internationally after winning the Africa Cup of Nations and reaching multiple recent World Cups.
This will be one of the final opportunities for the U.S. to face a team with a completely different style and physical profile before the tournament begins, which is exactly the kind of preparation needed for a deep World Cup run.
The Final Run Before the World Cup:
The U.S. closes out preparation with only two matches remaining before the tournament:
• Senegal — May 31
• Germany — June 6
Then it’s on to the World Cup group stage against Paraguay, Australia, and Türkiye.
About Our New Home — Claddagh Pub:
For those who haven’t joined us yet, Claddagh is one of Baltimore’s true soccer institutions, a Canton staple with decades of soccer history and deep local roots in the game. The atmosphere has already been incredible for recent matches, and we’re continuing to build AO Baltimore into a loud, passionate home for U.S. Soccer supporters as the World Cup approaches.
ARRIVE EARLY:
We strongly recommend arriving well before kickoff, especially if you’re coming with a group. Pre-game coverage will be on with sound, and seats will fill quickly. The earlier you arrive, the better chance you’ll have to sit together and settle in before the match starts.
Bring your scarves. Bring your voices. Bring the energy.
WE ARE THE AMERICAN OUTLAWS.
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Claddagh Pub, 2918 Odonnell St, Baltimore, MD 21224-4820, United States
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