Mauricio Pochettino won’t escape World Cup questions that come with USMNT roster
Mauricio Pochettino faces scrutiny as he prepares to announce the USMNT roster for the World Cup. His decision to leave out Tanner Tessmann raises questions about his strategy for the tournament. With high expectations for the team, Pochettino's choices will be closely analyzed in the coming weeks.
- ▪Pochettino is tasked with constructing a competitive roster for the upcoming World Cup.
- ▪The omission of Tanner Tessmann has sparked discussions about Pochettino's vision for the team.
- ▪US Soccer invested significantly in Pochettino, expecting him to deliver strong results.
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Soccer Mauricio Pochettino won’t escape World Cup questions that come with USMNT roster By Ethan Sears Published May 25, 2026, 6:40 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google This was what US Soccer wanted. This was what it asked for. This was what it went out and got: a manager with world-class credentials for a home World Cup that demands the best the federation has to offer. The biggest decision that man, Mauricio Pochettino, made in constructing the roster that will be made official Tuesday afternoon in New York, days after it was first reported by The Guardian, is nowhere near as controversial as the biggest decision made by the last USMNT manager with European credentials.
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