The United States Men’s National Team lost 1-2 to Germany in an international friendly on June 6, 2026, at Soldier Field in Chicago.
The match served as the USMNT’s final preparation before hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup. American defender Antonee Robinson scored for the hosts, while German attackers Kai Havertz and Leroy Sané replied for the visitors.
German midfielder Joshua Kimmich assisted Kai Havertz (German), who opened the scoring in the 2nd minute with a header from a free kick. American left-back Antonee Robinson (American) equalized in the 37th minute with a stunning volley. Leroy Sané (German) restored Germany’s lead in the 57th minute, assisted by Kai Havertz. Germany started strongly and controlled key moments, while the USMNT showed resilience but ultimately fell short in a competitive display.
Ranked 16th in the FIFA standings, the USMNT (points and goal difference not significantly altered by this friendly result) used the game to test depth against 10th-ranked Germany.
The encounter highlighted defensive vulnerabilities early but also the Americans’ ability to create quality chances against a strong European side.
The USMNT faces Paraguay on June 12, 2026, in their opening 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage match.