Phil Mickelson says the USA have a “game plan” for the Ryder Cup and revealed Tiger Woods has made a big impact.

The 2016 edition of the biennial tournament begins on September 30 at Hazeltine and the USA are seeking to end Europe’s recent domination.

Europe go into the competition seeking a fourth successive victory but Mickelson is confident the USA can claim the trophy for the first time since 2008.

The USA are captained by Davis Love III and Woods has a non-playing assistant’s role, and Mickelson revealed the 14-time major winner has provided the team with a big boost as they prepare for the Ryder Cup.

“We know who is going to be playing with who, when they’re going to be playing, what matches,” Mickelson said, as reported by the Golf Channel. On Woods, he added: “I am so happy to see how well he has thought this through.

“I can’t believe our conversations just this week, how detailed he is and the pairings, the possibilities, the players. Not just what matches they’re going to play, but where on the list.

“He has got us really a good, solid game plan that is easy to buy into and get behind. I’m very impressed.”

Mickelson was a member of the victorious 2008 USA team and he was also involved in 2014, when Europe won by 16 1/2 points to 11 1/2.

The USA are 1.53 to win the Ryder Cup outright, Europe can be backed at 2.80 and a draw is 11.00.