As the U.S. men’s national soccer team entered the Gold Cup, anticipation and scrutiny were palpable. The pivotal question on everyone’s lips was whether the roster of promising young talent could put themselves on the radar of manager Mauricio Pochettino, especially with a FIFA World Cup looming just a year away. Absent some of the
Johnny Cardoso
On a momentous day for U.S. soccer, head coach Mauricio Pochettino unveiled his 27-player roster destined for two crucial friendlies against Turkey and Switzerland this upcoming June. Yet, the spotlight did not solely shine on who made the cut; it predominantly flickered on the notable absences within the squad. Key players like Christian Pulisic, Weston
Johnny Cardoso, the promising 23-year-old midfielder for Real Betis, is finding ample motivation within the swirl of ongoing transfer rumors. The United States international’s performance has captured the attention of several elite European clubs, including Tottenham Hotspur, AC Milan, and Atlético Madrid. Despite the distractions that can accompany such attention, Cardoso views these developments as