AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoUSMNT World Cup Roster: Mauricio Pochettino has named his 26-man squad for the home 2026 World Cup, with Gio Reyna and Alejandro Zendejas making the cut while Diego Luna and Tanner Tessmann are left out—decisions that sparked immediate backlash after Pochettino’s “disrespectful” email-style communication drew criticism. Squad Logic Under Fire: Pochettino defended the calls as “painful” but necessary, pointing to Reyna’s “amazing talent” and strong November form, even as Reyna has had limited club minutes. Injury Watch: Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner said Chris Richards’ ankle status for his club final will be decided Wednesday, while the US has also added Sergiño Dest, Tyler Adams, and Haji Wright after March injury absences. Local Angle: The roster also keeps Texas and local ties in focus, with players like Weston McKennie and El Paso’s Zendejas heading to Group D opener vs Paraguay on June 12.
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