From friends to foes: Reyna, Musah, Southgate, Berhalter and the close ties between the USMNT and England

The U.S. and England have always been intertwined. You can look at the history, the politics and the cultures of it all but there's also the football.

For decades, England, and primarily the Premier League, has been seen as the pinnacle of this sport by American audiences.

And, in many ways, the connection between American soccer and English football has never been strong. And that's what makes Friday's match between the USMNT and the Three Lions so meaningful to so many.

Obviously, the stakes are high, for both sides. But there's also the fact that certain members of the two squads will be very familiar with their opponents.

From players born and raised in England to a cordial relationship between the two coaches, there will be plenty of friends turned foes on Friday night.

Below, GOAL explores the close ties between the two teams...