The USMNT will face Mexico Sunday night in the Concacaf Nations League finalGetty Images
The USMNT tonight will attempt to win a third consecutive Concacaf Nations League trophy, while also trying to "win over more fans.” The majority of the crowd at AT&T Stadium is "expected to support the other finalist, Mexico." The U.S. sees "opportunity to continue attracting new fans in the U.S.-based Latin American community" ahead of the 2026 World Cup and the team is “aiming to engage a younger generation that does not necessarily have unbreakable rooting interests tied to family lineage.” For small-format events, such as the Nations League final four, Concacaf “chooses large venues to accommodate tens of thousands of Mexican fans and maximize ticket revenue.” Thursday’s semifinals doubleheader drew an announced crowd of 40,926, though “only a fraction" was on hand for the kickoff of the U.S.-Jamaica opener. Tonight’s final is “expected to attract greater U.S. fan turnout” -- but also a “larger contingent supporting Mexico” (WASHINGTON POST, 3/23).
