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USMNT March roster: Pochettino includes Gio Reyna for USA’s last pre-World Cup squad
- Pochettino names Gio Reyna in the USMNT March camp ahead of the World Cup, despite limited club minutes.
- Reyna has played 403 Bundesliga minutes this season but is included in the roster for friendlies with Belgium and Portugal.
- Key injuries influence selections, with Dest out and Adams sidelined, shaping competition in defense and midfield.
- Pochettino treats the March friendlies as World Cup preparations, stressing mentality and commitment.
- The roster includes a full slate of positions, with Freese set as a potential No. 1 GK and Turner aiming to rejoin the frame.
- The squad features a blend of MLS, European clubs, and rising talents across defense, midfield, and attack.
- Noah Kai Banks is noted as turning down a call-up, expanding competition for depth at center back.
- World Cup opponent notes include a potential role for Tim Weah and the need for Pulisic to rebound form.
- The U.S. faces Belgium and Portugal within three days, testing squad depth and rotation options.
- The lineup includes a mix of established veterans and newcomers such as Chris Brady and Alex Freeman in defense and GK.
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