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The U.S. Men’s National Team’s World Cup dreams ended in heartbreaking fashion after a brutal round-of-16 loss to Belgium, exposing deeper flaws than just a single game. Coach Mauricio Pochettino bluntly admitted the team didn’t play to their standard, failing to connect from the start despite hype around player availability. Even a weakened Belgian side proved too much, revealing the U.S. still lacks the depth and consistency to compete at the highest level. Pochettino emphasized learning from the defeat, rejecting off-field excuses, and praised the foundation he’s built for the future — especially with young talent emerging. With his contract now expired and no new deal confirmed, his immediate future remains uncertain, though he’s proud of the progress and process he’s helped establish.

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