
The clock is ticking quickly towards the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and the opportunities for players to impress are fleeting, with national teams having to submit their squads to FIFA by May 30.
With the countdown towards the U.S. men’s national team’s tournament-opening clash against Paraguay on June 12 heating up, manager Mauricio Pochettino is watching closely to ensure he’s picking the most in-form players to fit into his ideal setup.