The U.S. men's national team is hoping to be in Qatar in 2022, and it's taking early steps to get itself acclimated with the next World Cup host–even if recent history shows that may be a bit presumptive.
The USMNT will stage its annual January camp in Doha instead of the more familiar confines of U.S. soil before returning for a camp-closing friendly vs. Costa Rica at Dignity Health Sports Park in California on Feb. 1. The U.S. men will spend Jan. 5-25 at the Aspire Academy in Qatar, where "with the confidence and anticipation of qualifying for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the USMNT will take a first opportunity to experience the football facilities, customs, weather, and other logistical and performance considerations in the host nation," according to U.