"The U.S. has a precious four matches before their opening World Cup match against Paraguay in Los Angeles, and whilst only friendlies, the pair of matches gives Mauricio Pochettino a chance to solidify his starting XI ahead of the World Cup squad submission on May 26."
"Notable absentees include Sergino Dest out with a thigh injury and in a race against time to be match-fit for the tournament, Tyler Adams left out of Bournemouth's last two matchday squads with an injury, Gold Cup-star Diego Luna with a knee issue, and forward Haji Wright with a groin injury."
"The No. 1 shirt is Matthew Freese's to lose ahead of the tournament. He played between the sticks during the U.S.'s Gold Cup run to the final, and has not lost his spot since."
"Defenders Chris Richards and Tim Ream are the first names on the teamsheet for Pochettino. The two center-backs with bundles of Premier League experience have been mainstays in the squad."
The U.S. Men's National Team is gearing up for the 2026 World Cup, hosting its first since 1994. They have four matches before their opening game against Paraguay. The team recently lost 5-2 to Belgium and will face Portugal next. Coach Mauricio Pochettino aims to finalize his starting lineup ahead of the squad submission deadline. Key players are injured, including Sergino Dest and Tyler Adams. Matthew Freese is the leading goalkeeper, while Chris Richards and Tim Ream are expected to anchor the defense.
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