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Tim Ream’s captaincy announcement for the 2026 World Cup sends a powerful message: leadership isn’t just about stats, it’s about heart. At 34, he defied doubters at the last World Cup, and now, nearing 39, he could become the oldest USMNT player ever to play in a World Cup. Coach Pochettino praised his off-field character and on-field grit, sealing his role as captain—even if he doesn’t start every game. Meanwhile, Chris Richards is sidelined with an ankle injury, missing the crucial friendly against Senegal—a team packed with elite talent and a controversial continental title. Richards’ recovery timeline is uncertain, with Pochettino saying the next few days will decide his World Cup fate. The USMNT’s test against Senegal is no small matter: it’s a high-stakes warm-up against a rising African powerhouse.

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