Manager Mauricio Pochettino also addressed the difficulties that could come with reintegrating the likes of Christian Pulisic ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Christian Pulisic isn't with the U.S. after deciding to sit out of the Gold Cup following two grueling seasons in Europe with AC Milan. The 26-year-old attacker told CBS Sports that he offered to play the two friendlies versus Turkiye and Switzerland before the tournament started, but coach Mauricio Pochettino turned him down.