U.S. Players to Regain Sharpness Ahead of Copa America with Training Opportunities

The road to the Copa America for Tyler Adams, Gio Reyna, Matt Turner, and Tim Ream is paved with challenges as they look to regain their sharpness after limited playing time during the final months of their club seasons. U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter is focused on building towards the future, highlighting the importance of preparing for the 2026 World Cup.

Adams, the U.S. captain, faced injury setbacks and limited playing time for Bournemouth, while Reyna struggled to find minutes for Borussia Dortmund and Nottingham Forest. Turner and Ream also faced challenges with their respective clubs, affecting their form heading into the Copa America.

The U.S. team will use pre-tournament friendlies against Colombia and Brazil to build up fitness and readiness for the tournament, with players reporting for training from May 28 through June 2 in Bethesda, Maryland. The roster for the Copa America will be finalized on June 15, with the U.S. opening against Bolivia on June 23 in Arlington, Texas.

Berhalter emphasizes the importance of balance in the training camp, especially with key players needing to regain form and fitness. The team will rely on the leadership of players like Adams and Reyna, who have shown their potential to be crucial to the team’s success.

Despite challenges, the U.S. squad remains determined and focused on the task at hand, with a mix of experienced players and emerging talent ready to take on the competition in the Copa America. The journey ahead will test the resilience and determination of the U.S. team as they strive to make an impact on the international stage.