{
  "id": 8077186,
  "title": "US coach Pochettino bets on youth for upcoming friendlies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/us-coach-pochettino-bets-on-youth-for-upcoming-friendlies",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-17T18:49:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Channel News Asia",
    "slug": "channel-news-asia",
    "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/us-coach-pochettino-bets-youth-upcoming-friendlies-6393026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "US coach Mauricio Pochettino is selecting a young team for upcoming friendlies against Peru, Chile, Mexico, and Canada. Striker Christian Pulisic, who recently returned to AC Milan following injuries, is not part of the 28-man squad. Pochettino sees this selection as an opportunity for growth and development. The team includes 13 uncapped players and veterans, all with a fresh start. Pochettino emphasizes the importance of opportunity, stating that past performances do not determine a player's inclusion. The US will face its opponents in a series of matches starting on September 26.",
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  "key_points": [
    "US coach Mauricio Pochettino selects young team for friendlies.",
    "Striker Christian Pulisic excluded from 28-man squad.",
    "13 uncapped players and veterans included in roster."
  ],
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  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}