The USMNT’s new guard gets its chance
Santiago Castañeda – As is well known, outside of goalkeeper, the most important position on the USMNT roster is whoever is backing up Tyler Adams.
Key points
- Jack McGlynn – With Gio Reyna’s injury, the Stoke midfielder has been called in to bolster the attack from the USMNT midfield.
- 9, he showed his ability as a poacher against Peru scoring just four minutes in to his USMNT career.
- The 26 player roster sees some familiar faces return as Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie return to the fold, but with competitive matches in the window, Poch is putting his trust in some new faces also.
Being a part of the Red Bull network opens up a path forward abroad, but for now he’s fighting for playing time along the USMNT front line.
It’s likely he will continue getting looks but it will be interesting to see how Poch gets him on the field in competitive games.
Additional details
- Adri Mehmeti – His time under one of the best American midfielders to play has paid off as the NYRB midfielder continues to show he can set the tempo and see the game well enough to start week in and week out in MLS at barely 17 and a half.
- He’s transitioned well after a transfer to the Championship side and has shown his skill in organizing the attack through the midfield and contributing goals and assists in the early weeks of the 2026/2027 season.
- Julian Hall – The winger established himself as one of the best wide attackers in MLS this year and at just 18, he has time to grow his skillset and turn his raw talent into consistent performances.
- George Campbell – It’s not totally clear yet what the best backline combination is, but with Tim Ream’s retirement from the national team Campbell is getting a shot at being a regular callup.
- He spent three years showing solid development with KVC Westerlo before moving to Stade Rennais and is looking to establish himself in France as he fights for time with the national team.
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