Head coach Mauricio Pochettino has named the United States Men's National Team's (USMNT) official 26-player roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As co-hosts of the expanded 48-team tournament, the Americans are aiming for a strong run on familiar turf.
USA releases squad for FIFA World Cup 2026 ft Pulisic and more
The selection features a heavy team on defensive depth with 10 defenders, offering Pochettino tactical flexibility. Notable inclusions include debutants and emerging talents like Zendejas, while omissions such as Diego Luna and Tanner Tessmann sparked debate among fans.
Captain Christian Pulisic leads a squad blending European-based talent with domestic standouts. Key midfield anchors include Tyler Adams (Bournemouth) and Weston McKennie (Juventus), while attackers like Folarin Balogun (Monaco), Ricardo Pepi (PSV), and Gio Reyna (Borussia Mönchengladbach) provide creative spark and goal threat.
The US opens Group D on June 12 against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, followed by matches against Australia in Seattle and Turkey back in LA. With home advantage and a mix of experience and youth, expectations are high for the team to advance deep into the knockout stages.
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