What appeared to be a sure thing has gone all topsy-turvey. Noahkai Banks, born in Hawaii, raised in Germany, and played for US Youth teams has come out recently and stated that he's keeping options open and doesn't want to make a rash decision. Will Poch pursue Banks despite stating he only wants players who are 100% behind the team? Will we lose Banks to Germany, just like we did with Brown?

Either way, this is the way of the Dual Nat. Player torn between countries and cultures, though harboring a favorite between the two (human nature). Only thing we can do is be more persuasive than the other... and hope.

Yunus Musah started his career off early at the age of 18 with the USMNT. He was playing at Valencia, starting in La Liga.... Now he's barely off the bench for a slightly higher mid-table Serie A side and NO WHERE NEAR the USMNT.

We can project what the roster will be in 3 months, but let's focus on what to expect come March. Who is on our 26 man roster in the eyes of Pochettino?

European football fans throwing shade at American owners is nothing new. Don't get us wrong, there are some silly things we try to take over with us across the pond, but we also flood the team with money that allows them to remain a dominant force.

Brazil, Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti fill out Group C in the 2026 World Cup. Brazil and Morocco are heavy favorites, but don't count Scotland out of grinding a result. Group minnow Haiti are just happy to be there.

Belgium, Egypt, Iran and New Zealand fill out Group D at the 2026 World Cup. This is probably the easiest group to make out of this World Cup. Belgium are running off inexperienced younger players and aging golden generation, but they are still a dangerous side. Iran and Egypt have a few standouts (in our eyes) and are filled mostly with domestic talent, but don't count them out. Both teams are capable of shining in any match. New Zealand will be looking to get a result against Egypt and Iran to keep hopes alive, but it's going to be a struggle.

Pepi was denied a move to Fulham at the transfer deadline despite all terms agreed and met. Why was it denied? Official statement is they could not find a replacement, but given their circumstances within their league, we aren't quite sure....

Tim Weah was asked a question about the ticket prices at the World Cup and provided a mild 2-3 sentences as an answer claiming that he's disappointed in the price hikes. Pochettino was asked about Weah's answer and his response was divisive among the fanbase. You are either in the camp that he threw Weah under the bus OR that he was correct in attempting to squash any narratives surrounding the players and the team when they should be focusing on their own performance.

Germany, Curacao, Ivory Coast, and Ecuador are battling it out for those elusive knockout stage spots. We break down each teams' rosters, previous matches, and injuries to come up with how we think Group E will end up.

Nothing new has been rumored but Tactical Manager has some inside information and much like the most of us he can connect the dots. One thing is apparent, when the new manager comes in he has to disband the leadership coalition

New rumors have sprung up about who is available for the USMNT to hire as their new manager, some more realistic than others. BREAKING AFTER THE POD: Gareth Southgate has stepped down as manager of England... looks more and more likley.

Copa America was a logistics nightmare and it's become a matter of all parties pointing at who's to blame. All the while, fans of this sport and of those national teams were left screwed over as thousands and thousands of patrons without tickets stormed the barricade. Some fans who paid thousands of dollars were completely screwed over as they were refused entry due to the number already attending the match.