USMNT paired with Uruguay, Panama, Bolivia for 2024 Copa America

12/07/2023 11:55 PM

The U.S. men’s national team has learned its group stage opponents for the 2024 Copa America.

Uruguay, Panama, and Bolivia will oppose the USMNT in next summer’s tournament in U.S. soil. The 2024 Copa America will feature 10 CONMEBOL nations and six CONCACAF representatives during the competition.

The Copa America will take place from June 20 – July 14 across 13 American cities.

"It's a tough group," USMNT head coach Gregg Berhalter said. "I think any group that was going to be drawn was going to be difficult. Copa America is a very difficult tournament. For us, we're excited to finally know our competitors. Now, it's about planning our game plans and getting ready to compete."

The USMNT opens group stage play against Bolivia on June 23 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. Panama will face the Americans on June 27 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta before the USMNT concludes its group stage schedule on July 1 against Uruguay at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium will open the competition on June 20 with 2022 FIFA World Cup champion Argentina meets the winner of the Canada vs. Trinidad and Tobago play-in match. Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida will host the tournament final.

Argentina are defending Copa America champions after winning the 2021 edition over rivals Brazil.

Here is a closer look at the full groups for the 2024 Copa America:

Group A: Argentina, Peru, Chile, Canada-Trinidad & Tobago Playoff Winner
Group B: Mexico, Ecuador, Venezuela, Jamaica
Group C: USA, Uruguay, Panama, Bolivia
Group D: Brazil, Colombia, Paraguay, Costa Rica-Honduras Playoff Winner