USMNT 2026 World Cup Roster Revealed: Surprising Omissions and Premier League Stars Make the Cut
The USMNT head coach has revealed the 26-man roster for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, causing a stir among fans. The tournament, featuring 48 teams, will be hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada. Mauricio Pochettino's selection includes some surprising omissions, such as Real Salt Lake's Diego Luna and Lyon's Tanner Tessmann. However, Borussia Mönchengladbach's Gio Reyna and Club América's Alejandro Zendejas have made the cut despite limited playing time this season. The squad also features Premier League players like Chris Richards, Antonee Robinson, Tyler Adams, and Brenden Aaronson. The USMNT will kick off their campaign against Paraguay on June 13 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
The full 26-man roster includes goalkeepers Chris Brady, Matt Freese, and Matt Turner. Defenders Max Arfsten, Sergino Dest, Alex Freeman, Mark McKenzie, Tim Ream, Chris Richards, Antonee Robinson, Miles Robinson, Joe Scally, and Auston Trusty. Midfielders Tyler Adams, Sebastian Berhalter, Weston McKennie, and Christian Roldan. Attackers Brenden Aaronson, Christian Pulisic, Gio Reyna, Malik Tillman, Tim Weah, Alejandro Zendejas, Folarin Balogun, Ricardo Pepi, and Haji Wright. The selection aims to unite the nation in support of the USMNT's World Cup journey.