The USMNT roster for the World Cup 2026 is built around a generation of players starring in Europe’s biggest leagues, and on home soil the United States carry real expectation. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino has the talent to make a deep run, and his side opened with a statement 4-1 win over Paraguay. Here is the full USA squad by position, plus the key names to watch.
USMNT roster for the World Cup 2026
Pochettino’s squad blends Champions League regulars with hungry younger options across the 26-man group.
Goalkeepers
Defenders
- Sergiño Dest
- Antonee Robinson
- Chris Richards
- Tim Ream
- Mark McKenzie
- Miles Robinson
- Auston Trusty
- Alex Freeman
- Joe Scally
Midfielders
- Christian Pulisic
- Tyler Adams
- Weston McKennie
- Gio Reyna
- Malik Tillman
- Brenden Aaronson
- Cristian Roldan
- Sebastian Berhalter
- Max Arfsten
Forwards
USMNT key players to watch
Talisman Christian Pulisic is the player the U.S. build around, the face of American soccer after a stellar spell at AC Milan. In midfield, captain Tyler Adams does the ball-winning while Weston McKennie drives box-to-box. Up top, Folarin Balogun gives the team a genuine No. 9, and he proved it with a brace in the opener.
The opener and what is next
The United States could hardly have asked for a better start, racing past Paraguay 4-1 at SoFi Stadium with Balogun scoring twice and Gio Reyna adding a late fourth. With the group stage now complete, the hosts have advanced to the Round of 32. For the bigger picture, see our World Cup 2026 hub and the latest World Cup 2026 winner odds. Heading to a game? See our World Cup 2026 tickets guide. The official squad is confirmed on U.S. Soccer.
Curious how Mauricio Pochettino sets the side up? See our USMNT starting 11 and formation guide.
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Mauricio Pochettino’s United States squad is led by Christian Pulisic, with Tyler Adams and Weston McKennie in midfield and Folarin Balogun up front. The full 26-man group is split across goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders and forwards.
Mauricio Pochettino, the Argentine coach who previously managed Tottenham, PSG and Chelsea, leads the United States at their home World Cup.
The United States opened with a 4-1 win over Paraguay at SoFi Stadium, with Folarin Balogun scoring twice and Gio Reyna adding a late goal.
The United States have completed the group stage and reached the Round of 32 of the World Cup 2026.