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Pochettino defends email cuts as USMNT unveils 2026 World Cup roster

The USMNT revealed its 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup in NYC after a 55-player provisional list. Coach Mauricio Pochettino defended informing the players who didn’t make the cut via email rather than personal calls, arguing consistency and practicality, while sparking a wider debate about how to deliver tough news. Former players like Landon Donovan and Herculez Gomez offered mixed takes, underscoring concerns about team dynamics and whether personal conversations are necessary for every exclusion.

via The Guardian|

#communication #pochettino #roster

sports3 days ago•4 min saved

USMNT unveils 2026 World Cup roster; Tessmann left out as Zendejas earns spot

The USMNT named a 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, including Gio Reyna, Alejandro Zendejas and Cristian Roldán, while Tanner Tessmann was surprisingly left off; returns like Miles Robinson, Chris Richards and Ricardo Pepi are included, and the team emphasizes depth across defense and midfield ahead of training camp and FIFA’s June 1 deadline.

via The New York Times|

#pochettino #soccer #sports

sports3 days ago•0 min saved

US travel ban shadows DR Congo World Cup prep amid Ebola risk

The US CDC’s 21-day entry ban for travelers who have recently been in DR Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan complicates DR Congo’s World Cup plans. Since most players are based abroad, the restriction risks forcing isolation measures and has led to a cancelled training camp; any visitors entering the US would need a separate bubble to avoid risking the squad. WHO has raised Ebola risk in DR Congo to 'very high' in the region, while DR Congo are set for friendlies in Europe ahead of the World Cup (June 11–July 19), with opening group match against Portugal on June 17.

via BBC|

#cdctravelban #drcongo #ebolaoutbreak

sports4 days ago•1 min saved

Maguire stunned by England World Cup 2026 omission on Instagram

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire announced on social media that he has been left out of England's World Cup 2026 squad, saying he is shocked and gutted; the veteran has previously helped England reach the 2018 World Cup semifinals and Euro 2020 final, with Tuchel set to confirm the final squad.

via Al Jazeera|

#england #football #maguire

sports5 days ago•12 min saved

Home-Field Hope: USMNT Seeks Soccer Boom at 2026 World Cup

As the U.S. hosts the 2026 World Cup, the USMNT aims to translate home-field prestige into a deep run and a lasting lift for soccer in America, led by Mauricio Pochettino and a generation of European-based talents, with tactical experimentation and high public expectation shaping the road to 2028 Olympics.

via Sports Illustrated|

#growth #pochettino #sports

world12 days ago•2 min saved

Seattle’s Floating World Cup Celebration Touches Down on Elliott Bay

Seattle is hosting the Seattle Soccer Celebration, a first-of-its-kind waterfront World Cup 2026 experience on a floating pitch off Pier 62 on Elliott Bay, June 11–July 6, featuring live match broadcasts on a massive waterfront LED screen, interactive soccer experiences, and daily programming. Hosted by Seattle Sounders FC, Seattle Reign FC, and the RAVE Foundation with Lenovo support, the event celebrates the city’s soccer culture, includes the RAVE 52 initiative for free play fields, and offers private rentals for groups of 100–500. Tickets will go on sale soon and updates can be requested.

via Seattle Sounders FC|

#floating-stadium #seattle #watch-parties

sports20 days ago•3 min saved

Infantino defends US World Cup ticket prices amid resale-driven demand

FIFA president Gianni Infantino defended the high face-value prices for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, arguing market demand and the resale framework justify steep prices despite criticism from fans; he highlighted massive demand with finals priced around $11,000 at face value and many group-stage tickets under $300, while noting FIFA earns fees from resale on its platform.

via The Guardian|

#fifa #fse #resale-market

world1 month ago•3 min saved

FIFA faces heat as fan transport costs for World Cup 2026 spike in NY-NJ

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill blames FIFA for looming high fan transport prices to World Cup 2026 matches at MetLife Stadium, with NY Transit planning a return fare potentially over $100 for the Penn Station–MetLife route. FIFA says travel will be at cost and notes host-city agreements were revised to cover transport at cost rather than free. Eight matches, including England group play and the final, will be staged at MetLife, and parking costs are also notably high.

via BBC|

#fares #fifa #hostcities

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Italy’s World Cup 2026 hurdle: talent drain and finances threaten a comeback

Italy’s path to 2026 looks uncertain as a once-dominant development model built around a domestic core collapsed after the Bosman ruling; clubs increasingly rely on foreign players amid financial strain, outdated stadiums, and weak youth systems, raising serious doubts about the national team’s ability to field a top side in the near future.

via BBC|

#bosman-rule #italy #seriea

world2 months ago•5 min saved

US World Cup 2026 Security Under Strain as Federal Funding Delays

Security officials warn that delays to $625 million in federal security funds for the 2026 World Cup in the United States could raise the risk of extremist or criminal activity, including attacks on transportation and protests tied to immigration enforcement. FEMA has since awarded the grants, but the procurement window remains tight as organizers prepare for 104 matches across the US, Canada and Mexico, with fan events seen as potential flashpoints.

via Al Jazeera|

#fifa #funding #immigration-enforcement

sports2 months ago•6 min saved

USMNT World Cup Watch: Pochettino Keeps Door Open in 27-Player Camp Ahead of Friendlies

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino says the 27-man roster for the upcoming friendlies against Belgium and Portugal is not the final World Cup squad, with cuts and recalls planned as he continues to evaluate players and shape his system. Injuries to Tyler Adams, Sergiño Dest and Haji Wright complicate decisions, while Gio Reyna remains a bubble option and players like Weston McKennie, Cristian Roldan, Sebastian Berhalter and Christian Pulisic stay central; Noahkai Banks is not in this camp but remains on the radar for future selection.

via The Guardian|

#christianpulisic #gioreyna #pochettino

world4 months ago•3 min saved

German Football Chief Urges 2026 World Cup Boycott Amid Trump Tensions

Oke Göttlich, St. Pauli president and German Football Association vice president, urged Europe to seriously discuss boycotting the 2026 World Cup in response to Donald Trump’s escalating rhetoric and broader U.S. foreign moves, likening the moment to Cold War Olympic boycotts and criticizing FIFA for perceived double standards. France said there is no desire to boycott, highlighting mixed views on politics in sport as the U.S.-hosted tournament approaches.

via politico.eu|

#boycott #europe-politics #fifa