USA Player Stock Report for the Upcoming World Cup

With the UEFA Champions League on a break, top USA World Cup candidates remained active with their respective clubs ahead of the summer tournament.

Although not every player is in peak form, many are gearing up for a significant impact at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Stock Up:

• Tanner Tessmann has established himself as a consistent starter with Lyon, playing 90 minutes in five out of the last seven league matches.
• Folarin Balogun contributed a goal and two assists for Monaco in January, showcasing his potential from the bench.
• Weston McKennie, recently named Juventus’ Player of the Month, scored four goals in his last eight matches.

Tanner Tessmann Photo by Sébastien BOZON / AFP via Getty Images

Stock Down:

• Christian Pulisic has faced a setback due to a hip injury and did not play in the recent match against Bologna.
• Johnny Cardoso’s injury concerns have limited his playtime, impacting his season consistency.
• Yunus Musah is in a critical phase as he seeks to secure a spot on the World Cup roster.

Despite challenges, these players remain central to the USA’s aspirations for the World Cup, making the upcoming matches pivotal for their selections.