Tyler Adams, a 27‑year‑old defensive midfielder from New York’s Hudson Valley, has been selected for the United States men’s national soccer team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. This marks his second appearance on a World Cup roster, having previously captained the side at the 2022 tournament.
From Hudson Valley to the World Stage
Adams spent the past season with AFC Bournemouth in the English Premier League, recording 26 league appearances and helping the club finish sixth to secure Europa League qualification. His leadership shone when he captained the 2022 U.S. squad, a role that highlighted his status as one of the team’s most seasoned players, having earned 52 caps for the national team.
The U.S. roster will gather for a training camp in Atlanta before moving to Los Angeles for two warm‑up matches against Senegal and Germany. Those fixtures will serve as the final preparation before the World Cup’s group‑play opener, which is set to pit the United States against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium.
Adams joins 13 teammates who also featured in the 2022 World Cup, forming a core that blends youthful energy with veteran savvy as the United States aims to make a deep run in the tournament.