The U.S. Soccer Federation has designated Cincinnati as the venue for the home leg of the Concacaf Nations League Quarterfinal Round. The U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) will compete at TQL Stadium on November 17, 2024, in the second match of a two-leg series. The first leg will occur on November 14 away, with the opponent yet to be determined after the Concacaf Nations League Group Stage matches conclude in September and October.
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Kickoff in Cincinnati is set for 7 p.m. ET. The match will be available for viewing on TBS, truTV, Universo, Max, and Peacock, alongside live radio coverage from Westwood One Sports in English and Fútbol de Primera in Spanish.
This match marks the sixth time the USMNT has played in Cincinnati, where they are undefeated in their past four games at the venue, including two wins. The team's all-time record in Cincinnati stands at 2 wins, 1 loss, and 2 draws, with their debut in the city occurring in 2019. In their latest match there, the USMNT drew 1-1 against New Zealand, with Christian Pulisic scoring the USA's sole goal on September 10, 2024.
U.S. head coach Mauricio Pochettino expressed excitement about Cincinnati being the host, noting the city's strong support for the national team. He emphasized the importance of the Nations League as an opportunity to challenge players in competitive matches.
The USMNT has won the Concacaf Nations League title for the past three editions. The team won the inaugural tournament in 2021 with a dramatic 3-2 overtime victory against Mexico and successfully defended their title in 2023, defeating Canada 2-0. Their most recent championship victory was in 2024, where they overcame Jamaica 2-1 in the semifinals before defeating Mexico once more for their third consecutive title.
Ticket sales for the November match will begin for the general public on Friday, September 18, at 10 a.m. ET. There will be a presale period for FC Cincinnati Season Ticket holders and other fan groups starting on September 17. Additionally, Visa cardholders will have access to an exclusive presale beginning on September 17.
The USMNT has a strong record of 16 wins, 3 losses, and 5 draws in Ohio, holding a streak of not losing in Cincinnati since 2019. The first match at TQL Stadium showcased a Dos a Cero victory over Mexico in World Cup Qualifying, and the U.S. has continued to play successfully in the venue since its opening in May 2021.
The November quarterfinal will set the stage for the USMNT as they aim for their fourth Concacaf Nations League title in five attempts. This week marks the start of their journey towards that goal. The tournament, in its fifth edition, will proceed with a new format in 2026-27, including a centralized Championship for Leagues B and C and playoffs in a home-and-away format for Leagues.