Frank Christian
Mauricio Pochettino begins his journey as the head coach of the USMNT, with significant attention on his inaugural starting lineup.
Despite the absence of several key players, the team is prepared for a fresh start against Panama on Saturday, October 12, following their disappointing Copa America performance this summer.
While Tim Weah, Tyler Adams, and Chris Richards won’t be joining, Christian Pulisic stands out as the team’s key player, showcasing fantastic form with AC Milan as he steps back into international play.
Stay updated on the team’s latest news and expected lineups below.
Lineups and Team Insights: USA vs. Panama
USA Team Updates
The USMNT has several regular players unavailable for this October international window, posing a challenge for Pochettino. Sergino Dest is still healing from an ACL injury sustained before summer, and Tyler Adams‘ back injury keeps him sidelined for now.
Chris Richards is out due to a hamstring injury that occurred right before the roster announcement. Additionally, Gio Reyna remains unavailable after a muscle injury from last month’s training, and Cameron Carter-Vickers has a minor injury just before the break.
Tim Weah has also pulled out, as he isn’t sufficiently recovered from a hamstring issue. Folarin Balogun and Johnny Cardoso were also removed from the squad due to new injuries, with Balogun dislocating his shoulder shortly before the camp began.
USA Predicted Lineup (4-3-3 formation): Turner (GK) — Scally, M. Robinson, Ream, A. Robinson — McKennie, Morris, Musah — Pulisic, Sargent, Wright.
Complete USA Squad:
Goalkeepers: Ethan Horvath, Patrick Schulte, Matt Turner, Zack Steffen.
Defenders: Marlon Fossey, Kristoffer Lund, Mark McKenzie, Tim Ream, Antonee Robinson, Miles Robinson, Joe Scally, Auston Trusty.
Midfielders: Brenden Aaronson, Gianluca Busio, Weston McKennie, Aidan Morris, Yunus Musah, Tanner Tessman, Malik Tillman.
Forwards: Ricardo Pepi, Christian Pulisic, Josh Sargent, Brandon Vazquez, Haji Wright, Alejandro Zendejas.
Panama Team Updates
Panama will be without midfielder Jovani Welch, who is recovering from a broken leg. He had taken the place of suspended Adalberto Carrasquilla during the Copa America match against Colombia.
On a positive note, veteran defender Fidel Escobar returns after missing the Copa America due to a muscle injury, as does captain Anibal Godoy, who was also sidelined this summer. Notably absent following the Copa America are goalkeeper Luis Mejia, midfielder Cesar Yanis, and forward Ismael Diaz.
Panama Predicted Lineup (3-4-3 formation): Mosquera (GK) — F. Escobar, Cordoba, Miller — Murillo, Carrasquilla, C. Martinez, Davis — Blackman, Fajardo, Barcenas.
Complete Panama Squad:
Goalkeepers: John Gunn, Orlando Mosquera, Cesar Samudio.
Defenders: Ivan Anderson, Jose Cordoba, Eric Davis, Fidel Escobar, Edgardo Farina, Roderick Miller, Michael Murillo, Jiovany Ramos.
Midfielders: Abdial Ayarza, Yoel Barcenas, Adalberto Carrasquilla, Anibal Godoy, Freddy Gondola, Kahiser Lenis, Cristian Martinez.
Forwards: Cesar Blackmon, Jose Fajardo, Eduardo Guerrero, Tomas Rodriguez.
Match Timing for USA vs. Panama
This international friendly is set to kick off at 8 p.m. local time on Saturday, October 12, at the Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas.
Here’s how that corresponds to other North American time zones:
| Date | Kickoff Time | |
| Eastern Time | Sat, Oct. 12 | 9 p.m. ET |
| Central Time | Sat, Oct. 12 | 8 p.m. CT |
| Mountain Time | Sat, Oct. 12 | 7 p.m. MT |
| Pacific Time | Sat, Oct. 12 | 6 p.m. PT |
Watching USA vs. Panama: Live Stream and TV Details
- Date: Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024
- Time: 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT
- TV channel: TNT, Telemundo, Universo
- Streaming Services: Sling, Fubo (with a free trial available for new users), and Peacock.
Fans can catch the USMNT’s friendly match against Panama through various platforms. TNT will air the game in English, with streaming available on Sling.
The Spanish broadcast will be available on both Telemundo and Universo, which viewers can access through Fubo (with a free trial for newcomers) and via Peacock, where NBCUniversal offers much of its Spanish-language programming.
