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The United States will take on Senegal in an international friendly at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Sunday in preparation for the FIFA World Cup.
This captivating fixture represents the first-ever meeting between the two nations, who are looking to impress at the tournament.
A win for either team will boost their confidence going into the first game of the biggest football competition in the world.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
USA vs. Senegal key stats
- The USA enter this fixture with back-to-back losses in their last two friendly games
- Senegal conceded only four goals in their five matches, with their dramatic Africa Cup of Nations final the highest total.
- Senegal have four wins in their last five away games across all international competitions.
USA vs. Senegal preview: First encounter ahead of World Cup preparation
| USA | vs | Senegal |
|---|---|---|
| 16th | FIFA Ranking | 14th |
| Christian Pulisic (84)] | Most Caps | Idrissa Gueye (130)] |
| Christian Pulisic (32)] | Most Goals | Sadio Mane (52)] |
| 919 | Total Caps | 948 |
| 121 | Total Goals | 126 |
| 1 | Uncapped Players | 2 |
Attention around the USMNT have grown following Mauricio Pochettino’s latest squad announcement, but results in 2026 have so far raised more questions than answers.
The Americans have struggled defensively in recent friendlies, conceding heavily while managing just one clean sheet across their previous 12 matches.
Despite those concerns, there is a belief that the hosts can rediscover the momentum they showed after their defeat to Mexico in the 2025 Gold Cup final.
A return to the Bank of America Stadium may also inspire confidence after their emphatic victory over Trinidad & Tobago at the same venue.
Senegal, however, arrive as one of the toughest opponents the USA could face outside Europe or South America.
The Lions of Teranga remain among Africa’s elite and are eager to prove themselves again after the controversial circumstances surrounding the end of their AFCON reign.
Led by Pape Thiaw, Senegal’s squad features a wealth of international experience and several Premier League stars.
They also head into the clash in excellent form, having won two straight friendly matches since the victory over Morocco was changed to a defeat.
USA vs. Senegal form guide & betting tips
| USA | vs | Senegal |
|---|---|---|
WWWLL |
Form | WWLWW |
| 9 | Goals For | 7 |
| 10 | Goals Against | 4 |
WWWLL |
[International Friendly] | LLWWW |
Whispers predicts: USA 1-2 Senegal
The away side are in impressive form, and the defensive stability shows why they are one of the best in Africa.
The Lions of Teranga possess world-class attacking quality and have remained unbeaten in their last two friendly games.
On the other hand, the home team have struggled in their last two games, which has affected their impressive five-game unbeaten run.
The bookmakers have priced the home side at 2.35, reflecting their home advantage, while a draw is currently valued at 3.25.
An away victory for the visitors is at 2.90 odds, offering a substantial return for those backing the African powerhouse.
The odds for over 2.5 goals are set at 2.15, representing an attractive option considering both teams possess dynamic, transition-based attacking systems.
Both teams to score is also a highly plausible option at 1.83, and the away team's total goals (over 1.5) is priced at 3.00.
> Away to win at 2.90 | Likelihood: Probable
> Over 2.5 goals at 2.15 | Likelihood: Probable
> Both teams to score at 1.83 | Likelihood: Possible
> Away team total goals (over 1.5) at 3.00 | Likelihood: Probable