SALT LAKE CITY — In a surprising decision, Real Salt Lake star Diego Luna was left off the U.S. Men's National Team for the upcoming World Cup.
Luna was not among those named in Tuesday's event in New York City in which the team was officially announced.
The Athletic first reported last week that both Luna and teammate Zavier Gozo were not included in coach Mauricio Pochettino’s 26-man roster.
A source at the tome told FOX 13 News that the report appeared to be accurate, which was confirmed Tuesday.
While Gozo was a long shot to make the team, Luna was considered to be a near lock following his numerous appearances with the U.S. Men's National team last year in which he played in 18 matches.
With Real Salt Lake this season, Luna has four goals and three assists.
The World Cup is set to begin on June 11, with the U.S. taking the pitch for the first time against Paraguay on June 12 in Los Angeles.
