USA vs. Jamaica: Starting XI & Lineup Notes

Team News

Both the United States and Jamaica will be without some key players for their upcoming friendly match. The United States will be without Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Sergino Dest, while Jamaica will be without Leon Bailey and Ravel Morrison.

United States

Head coach Gregg Berhalter has called up a young squad for this match, with several players making their first appearances for the senior team. Matt Turner will start in goal, behind a back four of Reggie Cannon, Walker Zimmerman, Aaron Long, and Antonee Robinson. Yunus Musah and Tyler Adams will play in central midfield, with Brenden Aaronson, Gio Reyna, and Haji Wright in attack.

Jamaica

Jamaica head coach Theodore Whitmore has also called up a young squad for this match. Andre Blake will start in goal, behind a back four of Damion Lowe, Adrian Mariappa, Ethan Pinnock, and Kemar Lawrence. Ravel Morrison and Leon Bailey will play in central midfield, with Bobby Reid, Junior Flemmings, and Shamar Nicholson in attack.

Match Preview

The United States and Jamaica have a long history of playing each other, with the United States holding a 16-3-5 record in the series. The two teams last met in 2019, with the United States winning 3-1. This match is expected to be a close one, with both teams evenly matched. The United States will be looking to use their superior fitness and athleticism to their advantage, while Jamaica will be looking to use their experience and skill to pull off an upset.