The U.S. men's national team's performance in 2025 has been disappointing, particularly after the replacement of their coach with Mauricio Pochettino. Initial hopes for improvement quickly faded as the team underperformed, struggling against opponents like Panama, Canada, Turkey, and Switzerland. Their Gold Cup campaign was marked by a penalty win over Costa Rica and a poor showing in the final against Mexico. Additionally, there are concerns about player relationships, particularly involving Christian Pulisic. Overall, the team faces challenges that reflect deeper issues beyond coaching changes.
Under the management of Mauricio Pochettino, the USMNT struggled to create chances, culminating in a disappointing Gold Cup performance where they were comprehensively outplayed by Mexico.
The transition from fan-favorite to one of the world's best coaches was expected to elevate the USMNT, yet results have been concerning, reflecting ongoing issues within the team.
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