Why Christian Pulisic left off USMNT's roster by Mauricio Pochettino

USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino has left Christian Pulisic off the United States men's national team roster for their upcoming official matches, which mark the team's first competitive fixtures since the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Pulisic, one of the most recognizable names in American soccer, is among several notable absences from Pochettino's selected group. The specific reasons behind Pulisic's omission have been attributed to decisions made by Pochettino as he shapes his squad going forward.