Guarani de Juazeiro Overview

El Tri emerged from their home World Cup with renewed belief. Four friendlies will offer the first clues to how their new coach plans to build on it.

"Every game is critical," says Pochettino as USMNT kick off four fall friendlies against Peru, Chile, Mexico and Canada, with a young, refreshed roster and a teenage sensation closing in on his senior debut.

Colombia head coach Nestor Lorenzo has confirmed the national team will not retire the iconic number 10 shirt following James Rodriguez's retirement from international football. Speaking ahead of upcoming friendly matches, the Argentine tactician insisted a new player will soon step forward to shoulder the heavy historical responsibility.

Valencia are accelerating discussions to appoint Mexican veteran Javier Aguirre as their next head coach following the abrupt exit of Carlos Corberan. The experienced tactician has moved to the top of the shortlist at the Mestalla, with the club hierarchy keen to secure an agreement that brings the seasoned figure back to Spanish football.