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Miles Robinson

USMNT centre-back, one of five selected in Pochettino's final 26-man squad.

Last refreshed: 3 June 2026 · Appears in 1 active topic

Key Question

Will Miles Robinson break into the USMNT first XI or stay as defensive cover at the 2026 World Cup?

Timeline for Miles Robinson

#1331 May
#1226 May

Selected in the final 26 centre-back group

2026 FIFA World Cup: US name 26, leave their shape blank
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Common Questions
Who is Miles Robinson and why was he included in the US World Cup squad?
Robinson is a centre-back for Atlanta United in MLS with 30+ USMNT caps. He was included as one of five centre-backs in Pochettino's final 26-man World Cup squad announced on 26 May 2026.Source: Lowdown
Does Miles Robinson play in Europe or MLS?
Robinson plays his club football in Major League Soccer for Atlanta United, unlike several USMNT colleagues who are based in European leagues.Source: Lowdown

Background

Miles Robinson is an American centre-back who was included in Mauricio Pochettino's final 26-man World Cup squad announced on 26 May 2026, one of five centre-backs selected alongside McKenzie, Richards, Trusty, and Ream . He appeared in the USA's 3-2 friendly victory over Senegal at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte on 31 May 2026, giving Pochettino further opportunity to evaluate his defensive depth ahead of the tournament .

Robinson is a centre-back who plays his club football in Major League Soccer for Atlanta United, where he established himself as one of the league's best defenders before attracting international interest. He is a physically imposing defender, strong in the air and capable of playing as either a right or central centre-back. Robinson has over 30 senior caps for the United States and has been part of USMNT squads through multiple coaching cycles.

In a squad carrying five centre-backs, Robinson's role at the 2026 World Cup depends on the fitness and form of the first-choice pairing of Ream and McKenzie. He is likely to be among the rotation options if either starter requires rest or is injured during the tournament's demanding schedule. His MLS-based club career is sometimes cited in discussions about the USMNT's development, as Robinson has chosen domestic football over the European moves pursued by Ream and McKenzie.

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