Pochettino USMNT Roster, Reyna In, Tessmann Out
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- Mauricio Pochettino announced a 26‑man USMNT roster for the 2026 World Cup, with the official unveiling set for Tuesday in New York City.
- Gio Reyna earned a spot despite not starting a club match since December, underscoring Pochettino’s confidence in his creative spark.
- Tanner Tessmann was omitted from the squad, continuing Pochettino’s cautious injury policy after a reported muscle issue at Lyon.
- Alejandro Zendejas secured a roster place after scoring four goals and delivering two assists in his last five Liga MX playoff games for Club América, likely pushing out Diego Luna.
- Joe Scally was added to a defense‑heavy lineup of ten defenders, valued for his versatility across backline positions, while the midfield remains thin with Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie, Sebastian Berhalter, and Cristian Roldan as the core.
Why it matters: USMNT coach Pochettino secures a 26‑man squad, giving Reyna and Zendejas a chance to showcase their form while Tessmann and Luna miss the tournament, shaping midfield depth and influencing fan expectations ahead of the June 2026 World Cup.
