Pochettino Names USMNT November Squad as Reyna Returns for Paraguay, Uruguay Friendlies
The November window serves as a depth audition ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Overview
- Mauricio Pochettino announced a 25-player roster that brings back Gio Reyna for two friendlies later this month.
- The squad composition is 4 goalkeepers, 9 defenders, 7 midfielders and 5 forwards, reflecting a focus on evaluation.
- Several established figures are out through injuries or managed rest, including Christian Pulisic, Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie, Tim Weah, Malik Tillman, Antonee Robinson and Chris Richards.
- The U.S. faces Paraguay in Chester, Pennsylvania on November 15 and Uruguay in Tampa, Florida on November 18.
- Media projections suggest experimentation with a back three and opportunities for Sergiño Dest, Folarin Balogun, Ricardo Pepi, Haji Wright and Tanner Tessmann to stake claims this camp.