United States manager Mauricio Pochettino praised the developing bond among players and staff ahead of the Gold Cup semifinal against Guatemala. He commented on the team's support for Malik Tillman following his penalty miss in the quarterfinal. Pochettino highlighted the importance of caring and effort both on and off the field for creating team cohesion. He noted that camaraderie is evident even during team meals, depicting a strong sense of unity as they aim to represent their country in competition. The match against Guatemala is anticipated to be challenging, as they recently upset Canada in the quarterfinals.
Pochettino expressed pride in the team's unity, stating, "That means a lot. It means that we are connected, that we care about [our] teammates." This camaraderie extends from the field to team meals, showcasing their united front as they prepare for upcoming matches.
Pochettino emphasized the difference between having skilled players and being a cohesive team. He noted, "You can have 26 players that play in individual way and it's difficult to have this type of behavior. That is because they care... not only on the field [but off] the field to try to care."
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