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Mauricio Pochettino's message to a depleted USMNT: World Cup roster spots are still up for grabs

With several key players missing, USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino is using this camp to evaluate depth and raise the pressure ahead of final roster decisions. Read More

USMNT's World Cup preparation hits crunch time in final games of 2025

When you count it in months or weeks, the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup can still seem abstract, even as it now looms barely half a year away. Read More

Pochettino: No USMNT player 'safe' as 2026 World Cup draws near

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino reiterated his stance that "no one can feel safe" when it comes to making the World Cup roster. Read More

USMNT doing what it can to build chemistry in limited time before World Cup

Mark McKenzie was talking Thursday about the little intricacies, the things an athlete knows about his teammates through practicing together over and over and over again. “Whether it’s turning over ... Read More

USMNT vs. Paraguay: What to expect from key World Cup test

The United States Men's National Team will take on Paraguay in an international friendly on Saturday in Chester, Pennsylvania. Read More

How Alejandro Zendejas found his way to América’s spotlight – and USMNT’s World Cup radar

Alejandro Zendejas has just finished a training session at Club América’s facility in Mexico City. After a meal and some banter with his teammates, he heads to his apartment in the upscale ... Read More