The USMNT will be hoping Christian Pulisic's excellent form will help them break down a stubborn Ecuador defense on Friday. Here's how to watch.

Certain key first team players for the USMNT could be falling behind with Antonee Robinson's absence raising the most concern

The USMNT took on a tough South American opponent, played well and got the goal to show for it in a positive overall performance

First up will be a friendly against Ecuador, which is ranked No. 24 in the world by FIFA ,while the U.S. dropped to No. 16. Here's what to know about the upcoming friendly: The U.S. and Ecuador will meet on Friday, Oct. 10. Kickoff time is set for 8:30 p.m. ET, 5:30 p.m. PT. Q2 Stadium, home of Austin FC in Texas, is the venue for the action.

YouTube Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to the USMNT’s 1-1 draw against Ecuador. The boys break down an impressive performance from the USMNT and discuss what it could mean for the team moving forward.

The USMNT fought its way back from a goal down for the second time this international break, only this time Mauricio Pochettino's side was rewarded with a 2-1 victory over Australia on Tuesday.

United States trio Christian Pulisic, Antonee Robinson, and Alejandro Zendejas are all fitness doubts for Friday's friendly against Ecuador.

As the World Cup draws closer, Mauricio Pochettino is getting closer to figuring out his core squad, with players such as Antonee Robinson, Patrick Agyemang and Tanner Tessemann all making a return to the squad during this international break.