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MLS·PREVIEW·June 6, 2026 07:15 AM ET

Berhalter hosts U.S., Germany at Chicago Fire facility

A familiar figure welcomes both World Cup sides.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 61 min read
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CHICAGO — With both the U.S. and Germany men’s national teams using the Chicago Fire’s facilities ahead of Saturday’s fi

What happened: Chicago Fire head coach Gregg Berhalter welcomed the U.S. and Germany men’s national teams to the club’s facilities before Saturday’s final World Cup tuneup. He spoke with both squads and personally led visiting German media on a tour.

Why it matters: The gathering puts the former U.S. coach in a unique hosting role days before the World Cup begins. Saturday’s sold-out match at Soldier Field is the final pre-tournament test for both national teams.

By the numbers: Germany enters the match ranked No. 10 in the world, while the U.S. is No. 16. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. ET on June 6.

What to watch: Watch how both teams manage their lineups and final preparations before beginning World Cup group play.

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