Roster Reaction

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about the USMNT for the first time in a long time! We're talking about the recent Gold Cup roster that just dropped and reacting to who is in and who missed out. Next we talk about Pulisic being rumored to have asked to not be included in the squad. Last we react to some (outrageous) tweets about Pulisic asking out. Let us know your thoughts! 0:00 - Scarf of the Week 3:40 - Gold Cup Roster &...

The USMNT’s Gold Cup roster is here, and it’s stirring plenty of debate. Notable absences include stars Christian Pulisic, Yunus Musah, and Jedi Robinson. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino confirmed Pulisic will rest, while Musah withdrew for personal reasons. Josh Sargent? Simply left out due to tactical preference. The spotlight this summer turns to fresh faces, with five players—Alex Freeman, Damion Downs, Sebastian Berhalter, Quinn Sullivan, and Matt Freese—set to make their senior debuts. While familiar names like Tyler Adams and Folarin Balogun anchor the team, breakout potential lies in players like Diego Luna, Brian White, and Sebastian Berhalter, who could become national team regulars with strong showings. The big question: does this roster still scream “Gold Cup Title or Bust”? Off the field, the timing matters. This summer was supposed to build momentum—think trophy lifts and confetti—heading into the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup on home soil. Instead, we’re left wondering who will lead this group. Tim Ream? Tyler Adams? With upcoming games vs. Türkiye and Switzerland before the group stage kicks off, it’s time for new heroes to emerge. Instant Reaction: No Pulisic, Musah, Robinson (4:02) Players that will step up (21:37) Back to front roster breakdown (24:46) Alexi’s projected starting XI (40:30) Stu joined 25 Words or Less gameshow (50:18) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The United States men’s national team roster is set for the Concacaf Nations League, but more important than that, Tony Meola makes his return to the show! Jimmy Conrad and Charlie welcome back Big Tones, and dive into Mauricio Pochettino’s 23-man squad. The guys go through the A to Z of notable omissions beginning with Brenden and Paxten Aaronson, and ending with Alex Zendejas. January camp matters again! At least that’s what the inclusion of six MLS players indicates. The crew discusses Diego Luna’s X factor. Then, reaction to the USMNT announcing pre-Gold Cup friendlies against Turkey and Switzerland. Concacaf has a mascot! And assuming Weston McKennie and Tyler Adams are locks, who should join them in midfield? Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer. For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+. Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, EFL, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Sign up to the Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Sandra Herrera were live on YouTube to react instantly to the US Women's Olympic Roster drop. First, the ladies give the roster rundown and discuss any surprises that were included in the 18-player list, including alternates and training squad (1:59). Then, the A3 crew discuss the elephant in the room, the exclusion of Alex Morgan, her response on social media, and what she's meant to this team (22:44). Next, the ladies chat about any injury concerns they may have with players that did make the team representing the USA in Paris (31:30). And finally, the group disclose their respective preferred Starting XI and formation and point out how far along representation has come with the entire frontline being made up of all black players (44:51). Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Julie Ertz joins State of the Union for a special episode as Alexi Lalas, David Mosse, and Ertz have you covered with all the soccer content that you need! Ertz sits down with Lalas and Mosse to talk all things Women's World Cup! Will Ertz be ready? Who is the biggest threat to USWNT? Which players should USWNT fans be on the lookout for? Concluding with the interview, Lalas and Mosse shift their focus toward USMNT and CONCACAF Nations League. The duo react to the roster release and debate whether players such as Folarin Balogun should be in the starting 11. Continuing with the American theme, they recap USYNT's impressive 4-0 victory over New Zealand in the U-20 FIFA World Cup and react to the L.A. Galaxy firing Chris Klein. They also make sure to preview the top MLS games this weekend such as FC Dallas vs. Nashville SC. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse analyze whether USMNT is the toughest national team in the world and Lalas reacts to the NYCFC fans giving their thoughts to the players after their 3-1 loss to Cincinnati. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anthony Hudson departs and B.J. Callaghan takes the reins of the USMNT for the Nations League and Gold Cup as US Soccer continues its search for a permanent head coach. Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce digest the bombshell news and discuss what it says about the state of the men's National Team. Plus, roster reaction, the USYNT's incredible run in Argentina and much more! (02:40) -- Nations League Roster Reaction (16:30 B.J.) -- Callaghan taking over USMNT (interim) (25:44) -- Big time International Friendlies announced (30:38) -- U20 World Cup - USA with 0 goals allowed (39:12) -- CONCACAF Champions League 1st leg reaction and other news In Soccer We Trust is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the In Soccer We Trust team on Twitter: @ISWTPod, @JimmyConrad, @heathpearce, @CharlieDavies9, @PartidoPooper Watch In Soccer We Trust on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh4tni-ICN9z0eMIPcf2r2g Subscribe to the In Soccer We Trust podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/InSoccerWeTrust For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, the Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Get 20% off In Soccer We Trust merch, using the code SOCCER20: https://https://store.cbssports.com/collections/in-soccer-we-trust Sign up to the new Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters. https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/golazo-starting-xi/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

27 men called up for the final window of World Cup qualifying. Dest got hurt the day of the announcement. Brooks not called up. Erik Palmer-Brown back from the wilderness. We talk through all of that and then try to work out lineups for the Mexico and Panama games.