USMNT 2026 World Cup roster: Pochettino’s full 26-man USA squad confirmed
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Midfielder Tanner Tessmann was unexpectedly left off the U.S. men's national team roster for the 2026 World Cup, despite a strong season with Lyon and versatility in midfield and defense.
- Alejandro Zendejas and Cristian Roldan made the 26-man squad, joining several players who missed the 2022 World Cup due to injury, including Miles Robinson, Chris Richards, and Ricardo Pepi.
- The roster features a mix of veterans and newcomers, with key players like Christian Pulisic, Gio Reyna, Weston McKennie, and a strong defensive lineup including Tim Ream and Auston Trusty.
- The U.S. will play two pre-World Cup friendlies against Senegal and Germany before starting group stage matches against Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey at home venues.
- The official roster announcement is scheduled for Tuesday, with the squad subject to last-minute changes due to injury before the FIFA June 1 submission deadline.