US Names 26-Man Squad for Home World Cup with Mix of Veterans and Debutants

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Mauricio Pochettino names 26-man US squad for 2026 World Cup, blending 13 World Cup debutants with 13 veterans from the 2022 Qatar tournament, led by Christian Pulisic, Tyler Adams, and Weston McKennie.

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Christian Pulisic, Tyler Adams, and Weston McKennie lead the US squad for the 2026 World Cup. Coach Mauricio Pochettino’s 26-man roster balances 13 World Cup debutants with veterans from the 2022 Qatar tournament. Notable inclusions are Gio Reyna and Alejandro Zendejas, while Diego Luna and Tanner Tessmann were omitted. The team aims for a deep run on home soil, opening against Paraguay on June 12 at SoFi Stadium. McKennie hopes the squad can inspire a new generation of American fans and make history.

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