As the countdown to the 2026 World Cup heats up, the USMNT March friendlies roster might be our clearest signal yet of what’s to come.

On this episode of Inside American Soccer, Matt Doyle and Tab Ramos react to the latest squad under Mauricio Pochettino. They break down what this roster tells us about the U.S. squad for the World Cup, including notable omissions like Yunus Musah, Diego Luna, Alex Zendejas, and Haji Wright—and the surprises that made the cut, including Gio Reyna, Sebastian Berhalter, and Johnny Cardoso.

Plus, who needs a massive performance this window to stay in the World Cup picture—and which players are already locked in no matter what?

They also build their projected Starting XI for the upcoming match against Belgium, just days away, and Tab shares a personal story about the pressure of fighting for a spot on the 1998 FIFA World Cup roster.

As the countdown to the 2026 World Cup heats up, the USMNT March friendlies roster might be our clearest signal yet of what&rsquo;s to come.
On this episode of Inside American Soccer, Matt Doyle and Tab Ramos react to the latest squad under Mauricio Pochettino.&nbsp;They break down what this roster tells us about the U.S. squad for the World Cup, including notable omissions like Yunus Musah, Diego Luna, Alex Zendejas, and Haji Wright&mdash;and the surprises that made the cut, including Gio Reyna, Sebastian Berhalter, and Johnny Cardoso.
Plus, who needs a massive performance this window to stay in the World Cup picture&mdash;and which players are already locked in no matter what?
They also build their projected Starting XI for the upcoming match against Belgium, just days away, and Tab shares a personal story about the pressure of fighting for a spot on the 1998 FIFA World Cup roster.

Inside America Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos, the serious fan’s go-to source for USMNT news, analysis and informed opinions.

Inside America Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos, the serious fan&rsquo;s go-to source for USMNT news, analysis and informed opinions.

Inside American Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos

USMNT Roster Reaction Special, Snubs, Surprises, and Gio Reyna!

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