"The players tried to do, they did what we wanted. I think I am positive because the players trust in the process, because they know that we have a plan, know here inside that we have a plan and we stick with the plan."
"Of course, I'm the first guy that is interested to win because...we are very competitive. But in the same time also is the process and the plan that we have, we stick with that still ...If we play the same game again, [and] we should learn in the way that we need to learn, we'll be closer to [winning]. That's why I'm happy and looking forward tomorrow."
"We need to understand too that we need to have [a complete] roster. Because if we only work with few players, but the moment after I write the roster and some guy arrived with injury and cannot play and cannot be in the roster, the World Cup is not a moment after to make tests or to"
In Columbus, Ohio, the United States lost 2-0 to South Korea but match review highlighted positive aspects of the team's performance. The team executed its tactical plan, displayed trust in the process and demonstrated progress that could bring it closer to winning in future matches. Several changes will be made to the starting lineup for the upcoming friendly against Japan at Lower.com Field to provide playing time for inexperienced players. The coaching staff aims to build a complete roster and develop options to cover potential injuries before the World Cup.
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