Soccerwise

USMNT Roster Debate & MLS Storylines Before the Break

May 25, 2026·1h 29m
Episode Description from the Publisher

Mauricio Pochettino’s USMNT World Cup roster is here, and the debates are already underway. David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Tom Bogert break down the biggest roster surprises, concerns about the squad balance, and what the selections say about Pochettino’s approach heading into the World Cup.The crew also digs into Nashville’s Supporters’ Shield form, Inter Miami’s wild 6-4 win over Philadelphia, Columbus finding its footing again, Charlotte moving on from Wilfried Zaha, and some of the biggest MLS storylines before the World Cup break.0:00 Intro 7:38 USMNT World Cup Roster Reaction15:34 Too Many Defenders, Not Enough Midfielders?28:06 Who Starts in Midfield?39:46 Nashville Leads the Shield Race47:03 iPhones, Tired Legs and Lots of Goals50:31 Columbus Rehabilitation 56:48 Zaha Says Goodbye to Charlotte1:03:51 Miami & Philly’s 10-Goal Thriller1:13:06 Vancouver Atop the West1:22:37 San Jose Finally Wins in Portland

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