We are roughly four months out from the U17 World Cup, and it is time to take a look at what names we could possibly see compete at the tournament. In 2023, the competition featured 21 man squads with three goalkeepers and 18 outfield players, so we will assume it will be the same at this year’s edition. We will go through the best squad in our opinion, best XI, and depth charts with a few players who could fill the void baring an injury or a player not being released.

Assuming that the USYNT take three goalkeepers to the 2025 World Cup here are the names we have chosen to select. Owen Pratt is coming off yet another MLS Next Cup. This makes it two in a row for him personally, and he was one of the best goalkeepers all tournament. Jack Kortkamp has made five appearances in MLS Next Pro this, and even though he has been dropped form the squad recently, he is still one of the top goalkeepers in the age group. Aidan Stokes is probably our most unrealistic choice out of these three. He is the most accustomed goalie on this roster to professional football, but he has also represented Wales and England at this level. It is unclear where his loyalties lie. He also recently picked up an injury in a game for NYRB II, so it is unclear how long he may be out for. As for an alternate, two names come to mind. The first William Lodmell from Sporting CP. He hasn’t been with there USYNT in a long time, but has previously been in camp before. An interesting name to call up to this level would be NY Red Bulls keeper Tobias Szewczyk a 2009 born goalkeeper who has also signed a contract with the NY Red Bulls. He is one of the top keepers in the 2009 class.