USMNT Roster Update
Mauricio Pochettino has announced the squad for the upcoming October international break, where the United States will compete against Ecuador and Australia. Noteworthy absences include Tyler Adams, Sergino Dest, and Gio Reyna, who are missing due to personal circumstances and injuries.
Weston McKennie is returning to the national team, while the squad composition reflects a strong blend of experience and talent. Pochettino emphasized the importance of instilling confidence in his players and fostering a competitive environment for roster selection.
Pochettino’s Remarks
“It’s about giving players confidence and the possibility to fight for a place… We have been trying to change the mindset.”
Full Roster:
- Goalkeepers (4): Chris Brady (Chicago Fire), Matt Freese (New York City FC), Patrick Schulte (Columbus Crew), Matt Turner (New England Revolution)
- Defenders (8): Max Arfsten (Columbus Crew), Cameron Carter-Vickers (Celtic), Alex Freeman (Orlando City), Mark McKenzie (FC Toulouse), Tim Ream (Charlotte FC), Chris Richards (Crystal Palace), Antonee Robinson (Fulham), Miles Robinson (FC Cincinnati)
- Midfielders (8): Brenden Aaronson (Leeds United), Diego Luna (Real Salt Lake), Weston McKennie (Juventus), Aidan Morris (Middlesbrough), Cristian Roldan (Seattle Sounders), James Sands (FC St. Pauli), Tanner Tessmann (Olympique Lyon), Malik Tillman (Bayer Leverkusen)
- Forwards (6): Patrick Agyemang (Derby County), Folarin Balogun (AS Monaco), Christian Pulisic (AC Milan), Tim Weah (Marseille), Haji Wright (Coventry City), Alex Zendejas (Club América)
Notable Absences
- Gio Reyna: Out due to a thigh injury after joining Borussia Monchengladbach.
- Sergino Dest: Injured during Champions League play.
- Tyler Adams: Missing to support his wife during childbirth.
