Despite the USMNT suffered back-to-back defeats against Belgium and Portugal, star Christian Pulisic and head coach Mauricio Pochettino remain positive ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Group D already looked competitive enough, but the Americans still didn’t know which European playoff winner would complete their bracket.

The confirmed lineups for the international friendly match between the USMNT and Portugal, with Cristiano Ronaldo out of it.

Cristiano Ronaldo won't be available for Portugal in the international friendly match against the USMNT.

Follow the live coverage of USMNT vs Belgium in an international friendly match.

The projected lineups for the 2026 international friendly USMNT vs Belgium.

The American winger, already under scrutiny due to his recent dip in form, now finds himself at the center of a growing concern tied to international duty.

Christian Pulisic once again found himself at the center of the conversation after Milan’s tense 3-2 win over Torino.

With Mauricio Pochettino overseeing the national team and monitoring player form closely, questions have emerged about the American star’s recent struggles in front of goal.

Christian Pulisic didn’t hesitate to name himself when selecting the four greatest players in the history of American soccer.

Mauricio Pochettino remains focused on the USMNT ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but his future could lie in La Liga with Athletic Club.

The spotlight once again falls on Cristiano Ronaldo as Roberto Martinez has provided clarity over his fitness ahead of a crucial international period.

Portugal has reached a final call on whether Cristiano Ronaldo will feature in the March international window, as the national team prepares for high-profile friendlies against the United States and Mexico.

Portugal’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have taken an intriguing turn, as head coach Roberto Martinez addressed growing speculation surrounding the availability of Cristiano Ronaldo for the upcoming international friendlies.

The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is beginning to shape careers and decisions long before a ball is kicked, and few players embody that tension more than Christian Pulisic.