Mauricio Pochettino Assembles 25 for U.S. National Team Challenge
- Mauricio Pochettino has named his first competitive roster for the U.S. men's national team, consisting of 25 players.
- The team will compete against Jamaica in two Nations League quarterfinal matches on November 14 and 18.
- Pochettino emphasizes the opportunity for younger players to prove themselves in light of injuries to key members.
Mauricio Pochettino has selected a 25-player squad for the U.S. men's national team as they prepare for Nations League quarterfinals against Jamaica. The matches take place on November 14 in Kingston and November 18 in St. Louis. This roster features Tim Weah and Chris Richards, who are set to make their first appearances under Pochettino, along with others new to the squad like Johnny Cardoso and Cade Cowell. Notable absences include injured players such as Gio Reyna, Josh Sargent, and Sergiño Dest, while Tyler Adams remains in training to improve fitness. Under Pochettino's guidance, the team aims to recover their former success in the Nations League after struggling through several injuries and recent defeats. Despite these challenges, the coach expresses optimism about the potential for emerging players like Ricardo Pepi and Brandon Vazquez to make their mark in the squad.