Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Pochettino Reveals 26-Man USMNT Roster for October Friendlies

10/2/2025

31 4 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Mauricio Pochettino names a 26-man USMNT roster for October friendlies against Ecuador on Oct. 10 and Australia on Oct. 14.
The games are in Austin, TX and Commerce City, CO, featuring World Cup-bound teams.
Key players include Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Antonee Robinson, with Pulisic leading Serie A in goals.
Tyler Adams is on paternity leave; others are injured. The roster tilts toward European-based players, with 10 MLS players.

1 of 1

Story summary

Mauricio Pochettino names a 26-man USMNT roster for October friendlies against Ecuador on Oct. 10 and Australia on Oct. 14.
The games are in Austin, TX and Commerce City, CO, featuring World Cup-bound teams.
Key players include Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Antonee Robinson, with Pulisic leading Serie A in goals.
Tyler Adams is on paternity leave; others are injured. The roster tilts toward European-based players, with 10 MLS players.