Klinsmann took the helm of the national team in the end of July 2011, when the Americans parted ways with Bob Bradley. Former Germany international lead USA to five matches before traveling to Europe, winning only against Honduras, drawing with Mexico and losing to Costa Rica, Belgium and Ecuador.

The US Men's National team is one of the top World football teams, as is Slovenia. Names like Clint Dempsey, Tim Howard, Carlos Bocanegra, Jozy Altidore, Landon Donovan and Michael Bradley are just a few household names that are currently playing in a navy blue shirt.

Slovenia and USA have met on one occasion until today. The match took place as a part of FIFA World Cup 2011, and after being 2:0 up, Slovenia allowed an US comeback for the match to finish 2:2.