Pochettino sits USMNT players on yellow cards for Türkiye match
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 12:59 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
United States manager Mauricio Pochettino announced that four players on yellow cards will not start the match against Türkiye on June 25. This decision is to avoid risking suspension ahead of the round of 32 match on July 1. The USMNT seeks to secure their position without jeopardizing key players for the knockout stage. Pochettino's tactical choice shows a careful approach as the team prepares for upcoming challenges.
- •Mauricio Pochettino is the manager of the United States team.
- •Four players are on yellow cards heading into the match.
- •The USMNT is scheduled to play Türkiye on June 25.
- •A round of 32 match is set for July 1.
- •Players are being rested to avoid suspension risks.
- 1:23 AMESPN — Pochettino won't 'risk' USMNT players on yellows
"United States manager Mauricio Pochettino said his four players on yellow cards won't start Thursday's match against Türkiye to avoid the possibility of being suspended for the round of 32 match on July 1.
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