The 2025 Gold Cup arrives at a complicated time for the United States Men's National Team. With several key players unavailable due to Club World Cup duties or rest, head coach Mauricio Pochettino is forced to rely on a younger, less experienced roster.

Looking ahead, the AC Milan star assured fans that he’s preparing for a strong return. “I’ll be in good shape once this next season starts,” he said. “I’m hungrier than ever. Big things are coming.”

Canada head coach Jesse Marsch has now entered the fray with a quiet but unmistakable message—one that seemed aimed at both Pulisic and those in charge of the U.S. men’s national team.

Mauricio Pochettino, who coached Messi at PSG, highlighted how Pulisic carries more than just on-field responsibility. Just days later, Pulisic gave his own take in a quieter, more subdued tone.

The USMNT is facing its worst losing streak since 2007 after back-to-back defeats in June 2025 friendlies, falling 2-1 to Turkey and suffering a 4-0 blowout against Switzerland. These results have sparked major concern just one year before the U.S. co-hosts the 2026 World Cup.

Christian Pulisic’s decision to skip the 2025 Gold Cup has drawn backlash from fans, media, and even U.S. soccer legends. With the 2026 World Cup on home soil just a year away, many view this tournament as a critical preparation stage—making Pulisic’s absence all the more controversial.

The defeat marked Mauricio Pochettino’s fourth consecutive loss in charge, and fans were left angry, not only by what they witnessed on the field—but also by a cryptic five-word message from their absent star, Christian Pulisic.

Mauricio Pochettino may have reached his lowest point as head coach of the U.S. Men's National Team. After suffering a crushing 4-0 loss to Switzerland in Nashville, fans and analysts alike are raising serious concerns — especially with the 2026 FIFA World Cup just one year away.

The Pochettino era was supposed to fix the damage left behind by Berhalter and elevate the USMNT to a new level of respect in international soccer. Instead, the problems have multiplied. In a disastrous night in Nashville, the United States collapsed against Switzerland, conceding four first-half goals in what many now call the lowest point of this cycle.

One of Christian Pulisic’s closest teammates at both AC Milan and the U.S. Men's National Team is preparing to leave Milan. But he won’t be going far.

The U.S. Men’s National Team looks to rebound after a 2-1 loss to Turkey. With the 2025 Gold Cup quickly approaching, Tuesday’s friendly in Nashville offers Mauricio Pochettino’s squad a final tune-up to address defensive issues and refine their tactical setup.

Tension is rising around Christian Pulisic’s absence from the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup roster. The AC Milan star opted out of the tournament citing fatigue after a long European season. While Mauricio Pochettino respected his decision, some former players, including Landon Donovan, weren’t as understanding.

The U.S. Men’s National Team will compete in the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup without its star player, Christian Pulisic. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino announced a 26-player roster that reflects both promise and opportunity.

Mauricio Pochettino is turning the page after the U.S. finished fourth in the Concacaf Nations League. Now, all eyes are on the Gold Cup, hosted at home, and the ultimate goal: the 2026 World Cup.

It’s not every day that a national team coach draws a line connecting one of his players to Lionel Messi, the most decorated soccer player of the modern era.