Mauricio Pochettino has confirmed a 26-player USMNT World Cup squad for this summer, headed by Christian Pulisic, Tyler Adams and Weston McKennie. Thirteen members return from the Qatar 2022 last-16 run, while the remaining players prepare for a first appearance at this level.

For the first time in the modern era, every USMNT World Cup squad member is contracted to a top-flight club, judged by each team’s league status next season. Pochettino has also blended experienced internationals with emerging players across the pitch.

Pulisic leads the group after a strong campaign for AC Milan, with 10 goals and four assists in all competitions. Adams is rewarded for impressive form at Bournemouth, who clinched Europa League qualification on the Premier League’s final day.

McKennie also arrives in good shape following a productive season at Juventus. The midfielder delivered 15 goal contributions, with nine goals and six assists, a figure exceeded at the club only by Kenan Yildiz, who finished the 2025-26 campaign on 24 goal involvements.

The headline omission is Diego Luna of Real Salt Lake. Luna broke into Pochettino’s plans around 16 months ago and impressed during the previous year’s Gold Cup with effective attacking performances, but still misses out on a World Cup place.

In contrast, Gio Reyna secures selection despite a limited role at Borussia Monchengladbach in 2026. Reyna has played 137 minutes across eight appearances since the start of the calendar year, yet is preferred in the attacking positions ahead of Luna.