Total Soccer Show: USMNT, Champions League, EPL, and more ... USMNT stock up, stock down & players to watch before Poch unveils his World Cup roster
Apr 2, 2026
A lively wrap-up of USMNT performances from the March window. They debate which defenders climbed the depth chart and who slipped after shaky displays. Goalkeeper form and a surprise starter battle get heated discussion. Midfielders and forwards pushing for World Cup spots are highlighted, plus a health watch on key players before the roster is revealed.
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Austin Trusty Emerges As Real World Cup Contender
- Austin Trusty moved from uncertain roster candidate to likely inclusion after two strong performances against Uruguay and Portugal.
- Trusty showed calm left-footed progression and solid defending, prompting Joe Lowry to prefer him over Tim Ream for a World Cup start.
Chris Richards Looks Like A Defensive Anchor
- Chris Richards cemented himself as a must-start center-back because his presence stabilizes the U.S. defensive box protection.
- Graham Rutherford argued Richards was the dominant centre-back and likely to play every minute for the US if fit.
Matt Freese Gains Edge For Starting Goalkeeper
- Matt Freese's performance versus Portugal boosted him into clear contention for the World Cup starting goalkeeper role.
- Freese made two fingertip saves around the post while Turner earlier showed distribution issues, leading Graham Rutherford to call Freese the presumptive number one.