The U.S. men’s national soccer team (USMNT) has announced its 26-player roster for the upcoming 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup. This lineup includes athletes from 21 different clubs across Major League Soccer (MLS), European leagues, and other international teams. Below is a detailed alphabetical breakdown of the players, along with their respective positions and clubs.
USMNT Gold Cup Roster
Goalkeepers
- Chris Brady (Chicago Fire FC)
- Matt Freeze (New York City FC)
- Matt Turner (Crystal Palace FC)
Defenders
- Alex Freeman (Orlando City SC)
- Nathan Hariel (Philadelphia Union)
- Mark Mackenzie (Toulouse FC)
- Tim Ream (Charlotte FC)
- Chris Richards (Crystal Palace FC)
- Miles Robinson (FC Cincinnati)
- John Tolkien (Holstein Kiel)
- Walker Zimmerman (Nashville SC)
Midfielders
- Brenden Arson (Leeds United FC)
- Tyler Adams (AFC Bournemouth)
- Max Arfsten (Columbus Crew)
- Sebastian Belhalter (Vancouver Whitecaps FC)
- Johnny Caldosau (Real Betis)
- Luca de la Torre (San Diego FC)
- Diego Luna (Real Salt Lake)
- Jack McLin (Houston Dynamo)
- Quin Sullivan (Philadelphia Union)
- Mariktilmann (PSV Eindhoven)
Forwards
- Paxten Aaronson (FC Utrecht)
- Patrick Aggieman (Charlotte FC)
- Damion Downs (FC Köln)
- Brian White (Vancouver Whitecaps FC)
- Haji Wright (Coventry City FC)
Notable Absences from the USMNT Gold Cup Roster
According to Fox Sports, star player Christian Pulisic will not participate in this summer’s tournament after struggling through two challenging seasons at AC Milan. Additionally, Weston McKennie and Tim Weah are unavailable because Juventus is engaged in the FIFA Club World Cup, while Gio Reyna’s Borussia Dortmund has similar commitments.
Regarding Pulisic’s absence, U.S. Soccer’s sporting director Matt Crocker mentioned, “Christian’s team suggested a break due to the substantial games he has played at both club and international levels.” He emphasized the importance of rest to ensure Pulisic is prepared for the coming season.
Pochettino later reiterated the focus on the upcoming World Cup, stating, “We decided what’s best for him and the national team is a collective choice.” Other notable players missing include Antony "Jedi" Robinson, who is dealing with injuries, and Yunus Musa, who withdrew for personal reasons. Joe Scally, Josh Sargent, and Tanner Tessmann, who played in previous matches, have also been cut from the squad ahead of the final submission to Concacaf on June 4, with the Gold Cup kicking off on June 14. The U.S. begins group play against Trinidad and Tobago on June 15.
Upcoming Games for the USMNT in the 2025 Gold Cup
- June 15: USA vs. Trinidad and Tobago – Fox at 6 PM
- June 19: USA vs. Saudi Arabia – FS1 at 9:15 PM
- June 22: USA vs. Haiti – Fox at 7 PM
This news is pivotal for soccer fans, as the Gold Cup not only highlights emerging talents but also allows the USMNT to assess its depth ahead of the World Cup. The roster choices and strategic absences could significantly influence team performance and dynamics as they prepare for future competitions.
