In recent years, both the quality and depth of the USMNT midfield have grown considerably. Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, this looks like it could be a strength of the team, as there are players who have made a strong case to be starters, with several other players also making a strong case for a roster spot. In fact, there may not be room on the World Cup roster for everybody. It also remains unclear how everyone will fit into Mauricio Pochettino’s system and tactics. Nevertheless, let’s try to make sense of the USMNT midfield ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
USMNT 2026 World Cup depth chart: Who operates best in midfield?
