After a shaky group stage, the United States will face El Salvador on Wednesday at Lincoln Financial Field to fight for a spot in the CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinals.
The Gold Cup represents an opportunity for coach Bruce Arena and the U.S. team to secure a much-needed trophy. With the rise of the MLS and the steady growth in the men’s program, American support for the sport is on the rise.
The debuts and subsequent success of up-and-comers such as Dom Dwyer and Christian Pulisic have bolstered a U.S. fan base hungry for international success, and more than 2 million viewers tuned in to watch the team’s 1-1 draw with Mexico in the Azteca earlier this year.