The 2026 World Cup may still be more than a year away, but the reminders of the tournament are hard to ignore for the U.S. men's national team. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino remains the figurehead for U.

Pochettino acknowledged the pressure surrounding the Nations League but emphasized the importance of using the tournament to prepare for the World Cup. He aims to balance the desire for immediate success with the need to evaluate players and build a strong team for the future.

Mauricio Pochettino has selected the 23 players that will represent the USMNT and compete for a fourth consecutive CONCACAF Nations League title next week.