US EditionHaji Wright Omission Fuels Injury Concerns for Coventry City Striker
- The USMNT announced its March roster with Gio Reyna included despite only 26 Bundesliga minutes in 2026, while Tyler Adams was omitted after an injury kept him out of Bournemouth vs Burnley last weekend.
- With several options unavailable, the coaching staff adjusted the pool as Noahkai Banks faced eligibility questions and mainstays Haji Wright and Diego Luna missed the March window.
- Roster details show a mix across positions including key forwards and midfielders, featuring Brenden Aaronson , Folarin Balogun , and Christian Pulisic , while Alex Zendejas, Club América forward, was left out despite scoring for the United States last year.
- Matches in Atlanta provide immediate evaluation opportunities as the March window delivers World Cup tests against Belgium and Portugal, drawing intense scrutiny.
- Framed as part of the World Cup path, the March roster influences long-term plans amid questions over Noahkai Banks' eligibility and absences like Haji Wright and Diego Luna.
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Gio Reyna picked for US squad as Pochettino says World Cup roster still 'open'
Mauricio Pochettino included out-of-favor midfielder Giovanni Reyna alongside Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie in his squad for the United States' final pre-World Cup friendlies Tuesday, as he warned players that every place remains up for grabs in this summer's roster.
Santa Maria Times
Independent EspañolGio Reyna remains welcome with the United States national team despite his lack of playing time at his club, and Noahkai Banks has yet to decide whether to commit to the Americans or Germany.
Poch made exception for 'special talent' Reyna
United States manager Mauricio Pochettino said that Gio Reyna is a "very special talent," which is why he was willing to look past the player's lack of playing time at club level and name him to the USMNT roster for a pair of upcoming friendlies.
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