“We expect to win these games”- USMNT skipper Weston McKennie is OPTIMISTIC to get a victory over Germany

Gio Reyna's return to the USMNT roster is additional boost.

“We expect to win these games”- USMNT skipper Weston McKennie is OPTIMISTIC to get a victory over Germany

USMNT skipper Weston McKennie. (Via Sportstar)

Weston McKennie, the USMNT skipper, has displayed unwavering optimism while highlighting his team’s determination to win the upcoming friendly game against Germany. The match between the heavyweights, Germany and the USA is scheduled for Saturday at the Rentchler Field Stadium.

Germany is a four-time World Cup champion with a fully stacked squad. On the other hand, the USA is the hosting nation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. So, this upcoming game becomes vital for the USMNT players. Providing them with an opportunity to face one of the greats in Die Mannschaft, strategize, and prepare for the home WC.

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In the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, Weston Mckennie was very instrumental in the USMNT’s run. With his key performances, he helped his team to qualify for the round of 16. It was a morale-boosting campaign from the Americans following their, early, humiliating exit from the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

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In an interview with ESPN ahead of the Germany game, McKennie said, “It’s a great opportunity to kind of see where we’re at, and win these types of games. We expect ourselves to win these games now instead of just competing with the world’s best teams.”

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In the 2026 FIFA World Cup, USMNT has already secured their spot avoiding qualifiers being one of the hosting nations for the prestigious event. The US coach, Gregg Berhalter has been on an unbeaten streak of 13 games with his prolific squad. Another friendly has been scheduled at Nashville against Ghana on Tuesday.

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Gio Reyna is ready to make a comeback with the USMNT

As USMNT is gearing up for the upcoming international friendlies, talented youngster Gio Reyna is marking his comeback into the squad. This latest development will also come with the reunion of the youngster and the head coach Berhalter since their, infamous, heated relationship in 2022.

USMNT's Gio Reyna in training session
USMNT’s Gio Reyna in training session. (Via ESPN)

Throughout 2023 Reyna has been tending to a critical injury. He has been suffering from a leg fracture since the start of the year. However, his performance and diligence for the Bundesliga side Borrusia Dortmund have been spectacular.

The upcoming games are crucial for the 20-year-old to prove his potential and reintegrate himself into the USMNT. So, the return of Reyna is highly exciting. Fans and football enthusiasts will be keeping a close eye on how he turns up on the fields.

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