It's official: USMNT fans, mark your calendars. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino will unveil his 26-man roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup during a live, national broadcast on Tuesday, May 26. This isn't just any announcement—U.S. Soccer is turning it into a full-blown fan celebration in New York City.
Held at The Rooftop at Pier 17 in the historic South Street Seaport, the event kicks off with a fan party from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET, featuring live entertainment, immersive activations, and a Q&A with Rand Getlin. Getlin is the co-director of the upcoming HBO documentary "U.S. AGAINST THE WORLD: FOUR YEARS WITH THE MEN'S NATIONAL SOCCER TEAM," which premieres May 12. Then, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET, FOX takes over with a special live roster reveal show, hosted by U.S. Soccer icons like Alexi Lalas, Landon Donovan, Carli Lloyd, and more.
This reveal builds on Pochettino's earlier statement that he's searching for "the right 26" to lead the team on home soil. The announcement also aligns with U.S. Soccer's "Never Chase Reality" campaign, which encourages fans and players alike to dream bigger. With the World Cup group stage opener against Paraguay on June 12 at Los Angeles Stadium, the stakes have never been higher.
Before that, the USMNT will tune up with two final friendlies: facing Senegal on May 31 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C., and Germany on June 6 in Chicago. These matches will be the last chance for fans to see the squad in action before the tournament begins. For more details and registration info, check the official U.S. Soccer website. Get ready—the countdown is on.