AC Milan forward Christian Pulisic headlines the 26-player United States roster compiled for two October friendlies.

Head coach Mauricio Pochettino also selected 10 MLS players for the team announced on Thursday.

Gearing up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the U.S. will play Ecuador on Oct. 10 in Austin, Texas, followed by a match against Australia on Oct. 14 in Commerce City, Colo. All three teams already have qualified for the World Cup being staged across North America next summer.

The players will begin reporting to training camp in Austin on Saturday.

A notable absence is AFC Bournemouth midfielder Tyler Adams, who captained the 2022 World Cup squad.

Injured players who are unavailable include PSV Eindhoven teammates defender Sergino Dest and forward Ricardo Pepi, Atletico Madrid mid

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