ESPN FC Futbol Americas: USMNT Dominate in Gold Cup Opener
Jun 16, 2025
Kasey Keller, a U.S. Men's National Team legend and former professional soccer player, teams up with sports journalist Alexis Nunes for an engaging discussion. They dive into the USMNT's impressive victory over Trinidad and Tobago in the Gold Cup opener, analyzing standout performances and strategic changes. The conversation also touches on Mauricio Pochettino's comments about Christian Pulisic's absence, the challenges within the team, and the competitive landscape as Mexico narrowly beats the Dominican Republic, emphasizing the rise of underdog teams.
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USMNT's Win Hard to Judge
- USMNT's win over Trinidad and Tobago was expected and one-sided given the opponent's quality.
- The challenge remains to judge player performances against stronger teams, not just weak opposition.
Difficult Positives for Trinidad
- Trinidad and Tobago gave the USMNT little to worry about in their Gold Cup opener.
- The game exposed concern for Trinidad's level rather than US progress.
Pochettino's Progress in Question
- Determining Pochettino's progress is tough given the opponent and USMNT's inconsistencies.
- The match showed no clear US playing DNA and raised doubts about coaching clarity.