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USMNT March 2026 Roster: Pochettino's Key Call-Ups for Belgium & Portugal Friendlies

By Mio Ristić•
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Mauricio Pochettino has named a 27-player roster for the U.S. Men's National Team's March 2026 training camp in Atlanta. This marks the final international window before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with high-profile friendlies against Belgium (March 28) and Portugal (March 31) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

The squad features a strong mix of veterans and rising talents, with Christian Pulisic (82 caps, 32 goals) leading the way in experience. Gio Reyna returns after a strong showing, while nine MLS-based players earn call-ups. Notable absences include Tyler Adams, Sergiño Dest, and others due to injury.

Goalkeepers (4)

  • Chris Brady (Chicago Fire; 0/0) – New call-up
  • Roman Celentano (FC Cincinnati; 0/0) – New call-up
  • Matt Freese (New York City FC; 13/0)
  • Matt Turner (New England Revolution; 52/0)

Defenders (9)

  • Max Arfsten (Columbus Crew; 16/1)
  • Alex Freeman (Villarreal/ESP; 13/2)
  • Mark McKenzie (Toulouse/FRA; 25/0)
  • Tim Ream (Charlotte FC; 79/1)
  • Chris Richards (Crystal Palace/ENG; 35/3)
  • Antonee Robinson (Fulham/ENG; 50/4)
  • Miles Robinson (FC Cincinnati; 38/3)
  • Joe Scally (Borussia Mönchengladbach/GER; 22/0)
  • Auston Trusty (Celtic/SCO; 5/0)

Midfielders (8)

  • Sebastian Berhalter (Vancouver Whitecaps/CAN; 9/1)
  • Johnny Cardoso (Atletico Madrid/ESP; 22/0)
  • Weston McKennie (Juventus/ITA; 62/11)
  • Aidan Morris (Middlesbrough/ENG; 13/0)
  • Gio Reyna (Borussia Mönchengladbach/GER; 34/9)
  • Cristian Roldan (Seattle Sounders; 43/0)
  • Tanner Tessmann (Olympique Lyon/FRA; 12/1)
  • Malik Tillman (Bayer Leverkusen/GER; 26/3)

Forwards (6)

  • Brenden Aaronson (Leeds United/ENG; 56/9)
  • Patrick Agyemang (Derby County/ENG; 12/5)
  • Folarin Balogun (Monaco/FRA; 23/8)
  • Ricardo Pepi (PSV Eindhoven/NED; 34/13)
  • Christian Pulisic (AC Milan/ITA; 82/32)
  • Tim Weah (Olympique Marseille/FRA; 47/7)

Key Storylines

Reyna's return boosts creativity in midfield, while Pulisic and McKennie provide leadership. The inclusion of young talents like Brady, Celentano, and Agyemang signals Pochettino's eye on the future. With injuries sidelining key players, this camp will be crucial for final World Cup preparations.

Players report to Atlanta on March 22. These matches against top-10 opponents offer the last major test before the World Cup roster is locked in.

Conclusion

This roster blends experience and youth, setting the stage for what could be a defining summer for US soccer. Stay tuned to US11 for updates on training camp, lineups, and match analysis.