How to watch USA vs Costa Rica TODAY; Friendly match broadcast

The United States vs Costa Rica match will be broadcast on Fubo Sports, MAX, Peacock, TNT Web, TNT, TruTV, and Universo on Wednesday, January 22, at 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT. You can follow the live updates on El Futbolero USA. From the Inter&Co Stadium, the Americans, led by Mauricio Pochettino, will aim to continue their positive streak, while Miguel Herrera, making his debut as Costa Rica’s head coach, will look to start his tenure with a victory. Learn how both teams are performing and what to expect from this exciting friendly.

The United States enters this friendly after a series of standout performances in international competitions and friendlies. In their most recent match, they defeated Venezuela 3-1, showcasing a relentless attack and midfield control that dictated the game's pace. Previously, they secured a commanding 4-2 victory over Jamaica in the CONCACAF Nations League, underlining their ability to capitalize on key opportunities.

Before these wins, they edged out Jamaica 1-0 in a hard-fought match where their defense played a crucial role in maintaining their lead. However, challenges arose in a 2-0 friendly loss to Mexico, where struggles in finishing were evident. Despite some inconsistencies, the team has displayed depth and resilience under Mauricio Pochettino’s guidance.

Costa Rica begins a new era under head coach Miguel Herrera, debuting in this friendly. In their most recent match, they drew 2-2 against Panama in the CONCACAF Nations League, a thrilling encounter where their offense showed promise, though defensive errors were evident. Prior to that, they suffered a 1-0 loss to Panama, highlighting challenges in defensive transitions.

In earlier matches, they defeated Guatemala 3-0 with a fluid and effective performance. They also drew 1-1 against Suriname, dominating possession but failing to capitalize on chances. Additionally, a 3-0 victory over Guadeloupe showcased their ability to assert dominance regionally. This friendly serves as a critical test for Herrera as he seeks to rejuvenate the team.