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Derby Star Given World Cup Boost as Pochettino Dealt Coventry City Problem

Updated March 17, 2026, Mauricio Pochettino named a 27-player United States men's national team roster for friendlies, with players reporting March 22 in Atlanta.
Several absences mean injuries sidelined Sergiño Dest and James Sands , while Haji Wright's injury opened a spot for Patrick Agyemang.
AC Milan attacker Christian Pulisic anchors the roster alongside Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie and Crystal Palace center back Chris Richards, while Fulham's Antonee Robinson and Atlético Madrid's Johnny Cardoso return after lengthy absences.
Pochettino called four goalkeepers—Chris Brady, Roman Celentano, Matt Freese and Matt Turner—creating a backup competition, with Freese expected as starter and Turner the only challenger.
Facing top‑10 opponents, Mauricio Pochettino’s roster is expected to resemble the World Cup 2026 squad, while media and pundits note rising pressure on the USMNT manager.

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Derby star given World Cup boost as Pochettino dealt Coventry City problem

The latest squad for USNMT has been named with Rams ace Patrick Agyemang hoping to secure a place in the squad for the big tournament in the summer

5 days ago·Derby, United Kingdom

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CBS Sports

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USMNT roster: Reyna's return, McKennie's form, Banks' decision

This month's friendlies against Belgium and Portugal mark the USMNT's final games before the World Cup roster is named

5 days ago·United States

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Sports Illustrated

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USMNT Official March Roster: Pulisic, McKennie Among Players to Face Belgium, Portugal

Mauricio Pochettino has named his 27-man team to take on the UEFA giants ahead of final World Cup roster cuts.

5 days ago·New York, United States

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The Hindu

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USA squad for friendlies vs Belgium and Portugal: Adams, Wright and Luna miss out, Reyna makes roster

Noahkai Banks was not included for a possible debut. The 19-year-old defender, also eligible to play for Germany, made his Bundesliga debut with Augsburg in January 2025 and trained with the U.S. last September but did not get into a match.

6 days ago·India

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USA Today

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USMNT March roster: Three takeaways from squad to face Belgium, Portugal

USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino has revealed his much-anticipated roster for the team's March friendlies against Belgium and Portugal in Atlanta.

6 days ago·United States

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Inquirer

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The USMNT’s March squad shows Mauricio Pochettino has much work to do before the World Cup

Gio Reyna is in, Noahkai Banks is out, and the injury bug has bitten stalwarts Tyler Adams and Haji Wright. There might also be a battle brewing at backup goalkeeper with three months to go.

6 days ago·Philadelphia, United States

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