The U.S. Men’s National Team have called up Auston Trusty and Matt Turner for the upcoming international break, whilst continuing talks with Folarin Balogun.

Reims' English forward Folarin Balogun celebrates after scoring a penalty kick during the French L1 football match between Stade de Reims and Clermont Foot 63 at Stade Auguste-Delaune in Reims, northestern France, on August 14, 2022. (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP via Getty Images)
Reims’ English forward Folarin Balogun celebrates after scoring a penalty kick during the French L1 football match between Stade de Reims and Clermont Foot 63 at Stade Auguste-Delaune in Reims, northeastern France, on August 14, 2022. (Photo by FRANCOIS LO PRESTI/AFP via Getty Images)

The USMNT named their 24-man squad for the upcoming CONCACAF Nations League matches on Wednesday, with Arsenal’s Matt Turner included once again.

As well as Turner, Arsenal loanee Auston Trusty finally received a call-up for the national side, after making himself a popular figure with Birmingham City in the Championship.

Folarin Balogun: A Dual-National Dilemma

There’s also been a lot of speculation about Folarin Balogun, largely due to his impressive form on loan with Ligue 1 side Stade de Reims this season.

The striker is eligible for both England and the U.S., but he isn’t in either senior squad for the March break.

Anthony Hudson on Balogun: “Open Dialogue Continues”

“All I’ll say, there is open dialogue with him and his team,” USMNT interim boss Anthony Hudson told the media. “That dialogue is continuing. That’s all I can say.”

It’s a big decision for Balogun to make, especially with the World Cup co-hosted by the United States in 2026. Born in the U.S. but raised in England, the 21-year-old could go either way.

DOHA, QATAR - DECEMBER 03: Matt Turner of United States looks on during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Round of 16 match between Netherlands and USA at Khalifa International Stadium on December 03, 2022 in Doha, Qatar. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
DOHA, QATAR: Matt Turner of the United States looks on during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Round of 16 match between Netherlands and USA at Khalifa International Stadium on December 03, 2022. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Auston Trusty aiming for 2026 World Cup spot

Meanwhile, Trusty will be delighted to have the chance to make his debut for his country, even if he’s just narrowly missed the opportunity to be involved at the World Cup.

Birmingham City boss John Eustace regularly advocated for Trusty’s inclusion at the winter tournament, but it wasn’t to be. He’ll now have his sights set on making himself a regular starter by the time that 2026 World Cup comes around.

As for Turner, it’s good to see he hasn’t lost his place after limited minutes with Arsenal, and the games over the break should keep him ticking over.

USMNT’s Upcoming CONCACAF Nations League Matches

The U.S. play away to Grenada on Saturday, 25th March at 00:00 GMT, before hosting El Salvador on Tuesday, 28th March at 00:30 GMT.

They sit second in their group with a game in hand on El Salvador, who are one point above them.

A win over El Salvador or avoiding defeat in both games would be enough to guarantee progression to the Nations League semi-final this June.