Big expectations follow painstaking USMNT roster picks with World Cup nearly here: ‘Want this so bad’
The US Men's National Team (USMNT) has officially announced its roster for the upcoming World Cup, generating high expectations among players and fans. Captain Tim Ream expressed his relief and excitement upon receiving the news, highlighting the emotional weight of the selection process. Coach Mauricio Pochettino faced significant stress in finalizing the roster, which includes a mix of seasoned players and younger talent eager to make their mark on the tournament.
- ▪Tim Ream has captained the USMNT for 16 of 23 matches under coach Mauricio Pochettino.
- ▪The team will play two friendlies before the World Cup, starting with Senegal in Charlotte.
- ▪Pochettino experienced sleepless nights due to the pressure of selecting the final roster.
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Soccer Big expectations follow painstaking USMNT roster picks with World Cup nearly here: ‘Want this so bad’ By Ethan Sears Published May 26, 2026, 8:31 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Of all the 26 players named to the USMNT’s World Cup roster, Tim Ream was among those with the least to worry about. He’s captained the team for 16 of 23 matches under coach Mauricio Pochettino, and even amid a dip in form at Charlotte FC, it would have been a true stunner to leave him off.
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