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Pocchetino says US mindset must change, appearing to cite Pulisic absence from 2025 Gold Cup
On Monday, U.S. men's soccer manager Mauricio Pochettino announced plans to unveil his roster on September 17 for upcoming friendlies against Peru, Chile, Mexico, and Canada.
Aiming to foster a new culture, Pochettino intends to change team habits and build a competitive squad for the 2030 World Cup project through a professional approach.
Young prospects like 16-year-old Philadelphia midfielder Cavan Sullivan may receive debuts, while Pochettino cited a "need to be careful" with players to avoid dangerous career confusion from early hype.
Coordinating with former U.S. defender Steve Cherundolo, Pochettino is integrating Olympic-eligible candidates into the senior squad ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics through the upcoming FIFA window.
Beyond roster decisions, Pochettino plans to contact striker Folarin Balogun following his failed transfer to Everton, while maintaining connection with dual nationals like Augsburg defender Noahkai Banks.