U.S. Men's National Team players take a break from soccer to share their March Madness bracket picks with many picking Duke
USMNT players showcase their college basketball knowledgeStars make surprising Final Four predictionsPlayers reveal their connections to chosen teamsGetty Images SportWHAT HAPPENED
As the NCAA March Madness fever sweeps the nation, USMNT stars Christian Pulisic, Tyler Adams, Tim Ream, and Gio Reyna have joined the excitement by sharing their NCAA tournament predictions. The soccer players, known for their skills on the pitch, were asked who they were supporting during March Madness and a large majority of them picked Duke. Pulisic was among the few who didn't pick the Blue Devils, opting for a surprising choice instead.
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March Madness, the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, is set to take place from mid-March to early April 2025, culminating with the championship game on April 7 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. The tournament features 68 teams competing in a single-elimination format across multiple rounds. The event is known for its unpredictability, with potential for upsets and Cinderella stories, making it one of the most exciting and widely-followed sporting events in the United States.
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The US Men’s national team are currently preparing for their CONCACAF Nations League semifinal against Panama on March 20 with an eye on the final against either Canada or Mexico. Following that, Mauricio Pochettino's group will gather again at the end of the season, where the USMNT face Turkiye and Switzerland on June 8 and 11 as preparations for the 2025 Gold Cup.