Overview
- Sergiño Dest was removed from the roster after medical staff cited fitness concerns, paving the way for defender John Tolkin’s inclusion.
- Several established stars, including Christian Pulisic, Antonee Robinson and Weston McKennie, are absent due to fatigue, injuries or Club World Cup duties.
- The 26-player squad mixes experienced campaigners such as goalkeeper Matt Turner, midfielder Tyler Adams and defender Walker Zimmerman with eight players set for their first USMNT caps.
- Goalkeeping options remain in flux after Zack Steffen and Patrick Schulte withdrew injured, leaving Turner, Chris Brady and Matt Freese to compete for starts.
- Before kicking off Gold Cup group play on June 15 against Trinidad and Tobago, the Americans will prepare with friendlies against Turkey and Switzerland.