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Source: ESPN
Summary
US coach Mauricio Pochettino unveiled the 2026 FIFA World Cup roster, including midfielders Gio Reyna and Sebastian Berhalter, and winger Alejandro Zendejas. Defender Sergiño Dest, midfielder Tyler Adams, and forward Haji Wright were added after missing March friendlies due to injuries. Players who were left off the roster include Diego Luna and Tanner Tessmann. Pochettino emphasized the selection process was exhaustive and aimed at building a competitive team.
Our Reading
The game followed a familiar script.
The US coach’s decision to include Reyna, despite limited playing time, was met with some debate.
Sebastian Berhalter, son of the former coach, also made the cut, raising some eyebrows.
Pochettino dismissed questions about notable omissions, saying it’s respectful to focus on the players who earned their spots.
This one felt recognizable early, as fans are accustomed to seeing controversy surrounding national team selections.
Original observation: The US’s World Cup roster always seems to spark more debate than actual soccer.
Author: Evan Null
