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Mauricio Pochettino mixes veterans, youth on USMNT roster for Nations League matches

Mauricio Pochettino has released the roster for upcoming Concacaf Nations League play, combining established players with emerging talent as preparations begin for a two-legged quarterfinal series against Haiti scheduled for mid-November. The squad welcomes back veterans like Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Folarin Balogun, alongside younger prospects Cavan Sullivan and Julian Hall.

Meanwhile, new faces have earned selection, including uncapped defender Reed Baker-Whiting and midfielder Santiago Castaneda from Paderborn.

While injuries sideline individuals such as Miles Robinson, Johnny Cardoso, and Ricardo Pepi, the continued inclusion of youth prospects signals a changing dynamic at certain positions previously held by players like Tim Weah and Yunus Musah. The upcoming matches on November 14 and November 17 will provide competitive minutes for the next generation of U.S.

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