USMNT takeaways: Pochettino's youngsters shine, but lineup questions linger
The USMNT's youngsters made their case in the last international window, while key questions remain ahead of the Concacaf Nations League quarterfinal.
Hislop: Sullivan didn't look out of place for the USMNT (1:25)
Pochettino labels Man City's charges as a 'period of deception' (1:41)
Red cards for pulling rival's ankle-length hair
A Concacaf Nations League match was blighted by two late red cards for pulling the ankle-length hair of an opponent.
Gomez: Jonathan David and Julian Alvarez should play side-by-side (0:59)
Why this 3-week international break is the longest ever (and why that's a good thing)
Fans have grown used to international games interrupting the club season, but this break will be a week longer than before. It's not as bad as it sounds.
Curaçao extend Advocaat's contract to July 2027
Veteran coach Dick Advocaat has extended his contract with Curaçao until the end of July 2027, the country's federation said on Wednesday.
Ogden: Balogun is one to watch on deadline day (1:32)
Would a combined UEFA, Concacaf Nations League benefit the USMNT? (0:46)
Sources: Concacaf, UEFA discuss joint Nations Lg.
Concacaf and UEFA are in discussions to create a combined Nations League competition that could begin as soon as the fall of 2028, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Will Pochettino leave USMNT before 2030? (3:56)
Pochettino: Extending with USMNT was a great opportunity for me (1:07)
Can U.S. Soccer afford to wait for Pochettino's decision on future as USMNT coach?
Is Mauricio Pochettino still coach of the United States men's national team? That's the lingering question for U.S. Soccer that needs answering soon.
Will Pochettino leave USMNT role? (2:12)
Is Weston McKennie USMNT's most important player? (2:58)
Does Christian Pulisic need to improve his form before the World Cup? (2:20)
Do USMNT have a problem vs. European teams? (3:16)
Marcotti: Pochettino should want answers about Crocker's resignation (1:16)
Why Weah & McKennie could be 'casualties' in Pochettino's system (1:47)
Inside how U.S. Soccer chooses opponents, venues, prices for USMNT and USWNT matches
USMNT and USWNT fans often complain about high ticket prices, repetitive cities and weak opponents for games, but U.S. Soccer explains everything that goes into such decisions.
Who should be the starting striker for the USMNT? (3:54)
Marsch banned 2 games after red card vs. USMNT
Canada coach Jesse Marsch has been suspended for an extra game by Concacaf following his actions during the team's Nations League third-place playoff against the USMNT last month.
Concacaf Nations League Table
| League A, Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curaçao | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | +7 | 10 |
| Haiti | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | +4 | 9 |
| Dominican Republic | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| Costa Rica | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | +2 | 6 |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -3 | 1 |
| Nicaragua | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -10 | 0 |
| League A, Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Guatemala | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | +6 | 7 |
| Jamaica | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | +2 | 7 |
| Suriname | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 7 |
| Honduras | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 4 |
| Martinique | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 4 |
| El Salvador | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -6 | 4 |
| League B, Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Guyana | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +14 | 12 |
| Puerto Rico | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 9 |
| Cayman Islands | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -6 | 1 |
| Dominica | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | -13 | 1 |
| League B, Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Barbados | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | +6 | 10 |
| St. Lucia | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 9 |
| Guadeloupe | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 4 |
| Bermuda | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -8 | 0 |
| League B, Group C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Cuba | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | +5 | 8 |
| St. Kitts and Nevis | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | +4 | 8 |
| Bonaire | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -1 | 3 |
| Grenada | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -8 | 3 |
| League B, Group D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| St. Vincent and the Grenadines | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +8 | 12 |
| French Guiana | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 9 |
| Belize | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -3 | 3 |
| Sint Maarten | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -8 | 0 |
| League C, Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Montserrat | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +10 | 12 |
| Turks and Caicos Islands | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | +1 | 6 |
| British Virgin Islands | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -11 | 0 |
| League C, Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Antigua and Barbuda | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | +8 | 9 |
| Aruba | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 9 |
| Anguilla | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -11 | 0 |
| League C, Group C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| St. Martin | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | +17 | 9 |
| US Virgin Islands | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| Bahamas | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -17 | 0 |