Thank you for raising the bar on objective coverage of US Soccer and being unafraid to address the poor tactical management of the USMNT. We appreciate the honesty👏
Shots fired? It's not an opinion or interpretation or nitpicking... it's a pretty obvious, basic fact. No matter the opponent, in 5 years in charge they've only had a handful of games with a complete performance. 2 of them were when GB was away. Honestly, no one is looking at this team saying.... wow, that's a well managed team.
everyone knows Berhalter is a terrible coach, except for the USSF. Talk about signature wins? He's had more signature losses, including the last game against T+T. They should be able to beat them with nine men. The US will never reach any potential with him at the helm. Ask yourself, are any UEFA, or S American teams afraid to face the US in any tournament? Nope, they chalk it up as an easy win.
As long as Gregg Berhalter is at the helm, this USMNT will be mediocre at best. The fact that the federation brought him back after all the unnecessary drama with Berhalter tells you everything. Gregg shoulda never been the manager in the first place
This whole discussion about having a style of play is part of the issue with US soccer imo. Countries that have a style of play, developed that style naturally over the years based on the players they had and how they were developing their youth. It's not something that can be forced. Gregg wants to be that guy who defines the style of play for America. Hence why he insists on shoving his "system" down the players throats. Even though it isn't very good and clearly doesn't suit them. US Soccer needs to stop trying to force Soccer Culture. Focus on developing good talent and Winning important matches and things like culture and style of play will happen naturally.
I've seen the US beat Mexico more times than I can recall since I started watching the international game in 1994. Unless the USMNT beats them at the World Cup, it's not a signature win.
We have a guy who isn't a good enough coach for the national team calling out a guy who isn't a good enough coach to manage a high school soccer program. Fun times at USSF.
From CBS Sports Golazo. They TRIED to get him into something but he handled it well. And it's a massive point. Arena had a couple BIG wins. Vs. Portugal in the World-Cup and Mexico in the same World Cup. Even Bob Bradley had one - a win vs. Spain in the Confederations Cup. Not at the same level but still, even Klinsmann broke the mold vs. Ghana and came oh-so-close against Portugal. But Berhalter thus far... it's true, 0-0 vs. England. I honestly don't believe Berhalter is a terrible manager. I just don't think he's ready for this level and needs the day-to-day and maybe even an assistant role first. But the USSF rubber stamped him.
Agreed. At some point, we have to stop hearing about the "potential" and see actual results. A lot of our main guys, like Pulisic, are getting into their mid 20s. Which should arguably be them entering the prime years of their careers. The whole young, developing narrative is not going to work for this generation much longer.
@@ZeroFamilon Correct. And they have players from the Top 5 leagues. There's no excuse for them to lose against Trinidad who has a squad composed of mostly players from their league.
A real federation doesn’t hire a guy like Berhalter. A real federation doesn’t bring back a Berhalter. A real federation would let a Berhalter go after he flames out of Copa America next Summer. A real federation would not let Berhalter lead these players to 2026. But we have the USSF.
I’ve been a passionate fan of US soccer for many decades, but in spite of their talent they are boring right now. Not what you want to attract new fans and build toward a WC on home soil.
The Dempsey/Donovan/Bradley/Altidore era had the 2009 Confederations Cup. This generation is probably better at being better than Mexico, but Mexico is probably equally at fault for that.
The USMNT program today is about commercializing the new young players. They threw out the "old" guys (that knew how to win) and focused on the youngsters, that might bring more views and endorsements. Money first, winning second.
I'm not American I live overseas and you're absolutely correct. It's all about the marketing and brand building of certain players. Vibes over tactics seems to be everything too.
Installing futsal goals on basketball courts in poor neighborhoods is the best investment the USSF could make in developing talent. None of the US Men’s players have a relationship with the ball in the way South American, African, and even European players do because they are coached from the beginning instead of developing ball skills naturally and playing the game for the fun of it.
As much as Jesse loves the day to day of club management, He would definitely jump on the national job 100%. I think he would be a better option. His style of play translates better with the type of players he would have at the national team than the player profile he had with Leeds.
Berhalter is absolutely terrible. The US is overrating their current talent pool, we are still a long way off from the top. However with a manager that actually knows how to get the best out of his players and actually set them up to win and make tactical changes in a game, there is enough talent to compete with the best. Berhalter is haolding this group back and it will only get worse.
I blame MLS. Now that they've let these players from the whole region into the league. They are getting better training and the lack of our best athletes playing other sports is starting to catch up. Pulusic is probably the only player on the USMNT in the attack that just looks like he's comfortable amd smooth on the ball.
There's no pleasing these guys. The same arguments have been made for 20 years since 2002 World Cup, and yet slowly but surely the US keeps getting better and better. His signature win is beating Mexico in the Nations League and Gold Cup (with out B team) both of which Mexico made every effort to win. However, now that those wins are behind us we look up and see nothing but discontentment. Big Surprise. We have to take the next step and beat UEFA and CONMEBOL teams, yes, but to say he has not signature wins isn't true. Also, Herc's comment about the worst Mexican team he's ever seen? No, it's just a team that hasn't achieved anything - they are not bad - and they haven't achieved primarily because the US keeps beating them.
everyone agrees that Berhalter sucks except for the people hiring for the job. He's gotta be in bed with someone to keep getting the nod from the national team.
Come on, ESPN, do better. With all that's going on in the world right now, don't run with a headline, "SHOTS FIRED" and then throw it out as an alert to people's phones. What the F is wrong with you?
ngl dc about the us but the comments by marsch was funny considering when he left rb salzburg (basically the psg of the austrian league) and went to leeds he was awful
Berhalter may not be a great coach, but he also has a limited team. No idea why everyone is expecting the USA to be contenders, they don’t have any players that would warrant a ‘signature win’.
That’s where you’re wrong. Berhalter critics are not saying that USMNT is a World Cup contender what we are saying is that we have the most talented team so much that you have more players than any time in history playing in the champions league. Berhalter is also lucky enough to face the worst CONCACAF teams with the exception of Canada. The fact that the World Cup is also being played in home soil should give us a an advantage to be expected to be in quarters. I remember seeing Klinsman, Arena, and Bradley over performing against much tougher opponents that Berhalter has faced with less talented players. If you were to use the USmnt players of Arena/Bradley/Klinsman era the ones that would have a fighting chance to compete with our current Roster would be Donovan, Dempsey, McBride, Claudio Reyna, Altidore, Cherundulo, Howard, Casey Keller, Berhalter, Onyewu, and BocaNegra. Which proves that Klinsman and the second era of Arena is actually the coach who got the worst era of US players. Michael Bradley and Klinsman also were able to compete against the golden era of Mexico. I would say that Mexico era was the most talented squad we seen in years which unfortunately underperformed which is what’s going to happen to the USmnt if we keep this coach
Thank you for raising the bar on objective coverage of US Soccer and being unafraid to address the poor tactical management of the USMNT. We appreciate the honesty👏
Berhalter was unqualified when he was hired by his brother and he proved he wasn't qualified before the old-boy's network hired him again.
Sigh. Another uneducated fan.
Shots fired? It's not an opinion or interpretation or nitpicking... it's a pretty obvious, basic fact. No matter the opponent, in 5 years in charge they've only had a handful of games with a complete performance. 2 of them were when GB was away. Honestly, no one is looking at this team saying.... wow, that's a well managed team.
For real. No need to say "shots fired", like it's some crazy criticism. It's just facts. WE NEED TO TURN THE CORNER WITH THIS TEAM.
everyone knows Berhalter is a terrible coach, except for the USSF. Talk about signature wins? He's had more signature losses, including the last game against T+T. They should be able to beat them with nine men. The US will never reach any potential with him at the helm.
Ask yourself, are any UEFA, or S American teams afraid to face the US in any tournament? Nope, they chalk it up as an easy win.
I don't think any teams are afraid of the USMNT.
As long as Gregg Berhalter is at the helm, this USMNT will be mediocre at best. The fact that the federation brought him back after all the unnecessary drama with Berhalter tells you everything. Gregg shoulda never been the manager in the first place
This whole discussion about having a style of play is part of the issue with US soccer imo. Countries that have a style of play, developed that style naturally over the years based on the players they had and how they were developing their youth. It's not something that can be forced.
Gregg wants to be that guy who defines the style of play for America. Hence why he insists on shoving his "system" down the players throats. Even though it isn't very good and clearly doesn't suit them. US Soccer needs to stop trying to force Soccer Culture. Focus on developing good talent and Winning important matches and things like culture and style of play will happen naturally.
He cares about USA soccer. Gregg deserves to be called out. We have a right to criticize them.
Been saying it since he got hired, mls coach, mls record, mls tactics mls results…
Think he was just being honest
I've seen the US beat Mexico more times than I can recall since I started watching the international game in 1994. Unless the USMNT beats them at the World Cup, it's not a signature win.
Our wins versus Mexico are graffiti wins at best.
If they can beat them at Azteca in a meaning full game that would definitely be a signature win imo.
I mean, 2002 was a thing.......
We have a guy who isn't a good enough coach for the national team calling out a guy who isn't a good enough coach to manage a high school soccer program. Fun times at USSF.
From CBS Sports Golazo. They TRIED to get him into something but he handled it well. And it's a massive point. Arena had a couple BIG wins. Vs. Portugal in the World-Cup and Mexico in the same World Cup. Even Bob Bradley had one - a win vs. Spain in the Confederations Cup. Not at the same level but still, even Klinsmann broke the mold vs. Ghana and came oh-so-close against Portugal. But Berhalter thus far... it's true, 0-0 vs. England.
I honestly don't believe Berhalter is a terrible manager. I just don't think he's ready for this level and needs the day-to-day and maybe even an assistant role first. But the USSF rubber stamped him.
Also, Klinsmann also had ROAD victories against the Netherlands and Germany in the same window. Albeit, friendlies, but still pretty impressive.
just bring BJ Calahan back
“Golden Generation” is just an American branding term for marketing purposes. Since 2017 we’ve been waiting for that generation to glue.
Agreed. At some point, we have to stop hearing about the "potential" and see actual results. A lot of our main guys, like Pulisic, are getting into their mid 20s. Which should arguably be them entering the prime years of their careers. The whole young, developing narrative is not going to work for this generation much longer.
@@ZeroFamilon Correct. And they have players from the Top 5 leagues. There's no excuse for them to lose against Trinidad who has a squad composed of mostly players from their league.
This is NOT shot fired he was asked a question and pressed on it, don't get it twisted.
A real federation doesn’t hire a guy like Berhalter. A real federation doesn’t bring back a Berhalter. A real federation would let a Berhalter go after he flames out of Copa America next Summer. A real federation would not let Berhalter lead these players to 2026.
But we have the USSF.
I think the US team would do well with a south American coach. There are many who are available
I’ve been a passionate fan of US soccer for many decades, but in spite of their talent they are boring right now. Not what you want to attract new fans and build toward a WC on home soil.
Which was your favorite era?
The Dempsey/Donovan/Bradley/Altidore era had the 2009 Confederations Cup. This generation is probably better at being better than Mexico, but Mexico is probably equally at fault for that.
What shaka doing here 😀?
Seb, why do you read these quotes w/ such a sneer in your voice? It is the opposite of how JM answered the question.
Everyone should be calling out Berhalter. He is a terrible international coach. Jesse Marsch is also not the answer.
Shaka the goat!
Jesse should’ve been hired anyways
Why not give Jesse Marsch the u.s job?
its so lame that Gregg is still here, so so so lame
marsh would def be better coach
The USMNT program today is about commercializing the new young players. They threw out the "old" guys (that knew how to win) and focused on the youngsters, that might bring more views and endorsements. Money first, winning second.
I'm not American I live overseas and you're absolutely correct. It's all about the marketing and brand building of certain players. Vibes over tactics seems to be everything too.
Neither of you follow the team or know what your parroting here
PUT JESSE IN
Installing futsal goals on basketball courts in poor neighborhoods is the best investment the USSF could make in developing talent. None of the US Men’s players have a relationship with the ball in the way South American, African, and even European players do because they are coached from the beginning instead of developing ball skills naturally and playing the game for the fun of it.
Why do fools think poor = good player? Never understood this
As much as Jesse loves the day to day of club management, He would definitely jump on the national job 100%. I think he would be a better option. His style of play translates better with the type of players he would have at the national team than the player profile he had with Leeds.
yeah well atleast with jesse they could win big games, with GGG we will always suck against better teams.
Berhalter is absolutely terrible. The US is overrating their current talent pool, we are still a long way off from the top. However with a manager that actually knows how to get the best out of his players and actually set them up to win and make tactical changes in a game, there is enough talent to compete with the best. Berhalter is haolding this group back and it will only get worse.
The tie against England was big
He not lying Jesse actually telling the truth
I blame MLS. Now that they've let these players from the whole region into the league. They are getting better training and the lack of our best athletes playing other sports is starting to catch up. Pulusic is probably the only player on the USMNT in the attack that just looks like he's comfortable amd smooth on the ball.
There's no pleasing these guys. The same arguments have been made for 20 years since 2002 World Cup, and yet slowly but surely the US keeps getting better and better. His signature win is beating Mexico in the Nations League and Gold Cup (with out B team) both of which Mexico made every effort to win. However, now that those wins are behind us we look up and see nothing but discontentment. Big Surprise. We have to take the next step and beat UEFA and CONMEBOL teams, yes, but to say he has not signature wins isn't true. Also, Herc's comment about the worst Mexican team he's ever seen? No, it's just a team that hasn't achieved anything - they are not bad - and they haven't achieved primarily because the US keeps beating them.
Who said this USMNT is the “Golden Generation”?
Golden generation… ya right
Jesse Marsch ... Enough said.
Lol another cherry picked comment. Listen to the full quote.
Seb and Herc are jokes.
Espn fed Jesse his talking points... Jesse is so unappealing. Feel sorry for the club that hires him.
I mean we beat Mexico 3 times in 2021. That was probably the closest to a signature win. The US is trending in the WRONG direction
The worst Mexico we faced
USA defeated Mexico in the 2002 World Cup and reached Quarterfinals.
@@Javier23gol that’s irrelevant clown
@@Javier23golexactly
@@Freshnewz10agreed but we’re trending in the wrong direction
Shaka the mf GOAT
Marsch > Berhalter. let's go hire him if we have to have an American.
everyone agrees that Berhalter sucks except for the people hiring for the job. He's gotta be in bed with someone to keep getting the nod from the national team.
God. When can we move on from the bone crushing mediocrity of Beerholder?
Come on, ESPN, do better. With all that's going on in the world right now, don't run with a headline, "SHOTS FIRED" and then throw it out as an alert to people's phones. What the F is wrong with you?
“Shots fired! Berhalter holds team hostage as America are invaded by South America and then the world!”
If Pulisic had finished that easy chance in Azteca he would be USMNT's best player ever and Berhalter would be the best coach
As it is they are pretty good. Who was coach during Copa América Centenario? Play against Paraguay and Ecuador was good
jesse is no better
ngl dc about the us but the comments by marsch was funny considering when he left rb salzburg (basically the psg of the austrian league) and went to leeds he was awful
I hear Frank Lampard is available.
😂
Hope they lose every single game.
We know
What do expect from the country who let Biden assume the presidency. Everybody for themselves.
Berhalter may not be a great coach, but he also has a limited team. No idea why everyone is expecting the USA to be contenders, they don’t have any players that would warrant a ‘signature win’.
That’s where you’re wrong. Berhalter critics are not saying that USMNT is a World Cup contender what we are saying is that we have the most talented team so much that you have more players than any time in history playing in the champions league.
Berhalter is also lucky enough to face the worst CONCACAF teams with the exception of Canada. The fact that the World Cup is also being played in home soil should give us a an advantage to be expected to be in quarters.
I remember seeing Klinsman, Arena, and Bradley over performing against much tougher opponents that Berhalter has faced with less talented players.
If you were to use the USmnt players of Arena/Bradley/Klinsman era the ones that would have a fighting chance to compete with our current Roster would be Donovan, Dempsey, McBride, Claudio Reyna, Altidore, Cherundulo, Howard, Casey Keller, Berhalter, Onyewu, and BocaNegra.
Which proves that Klinsman and the second era of Arena is actually the coach who got the worst era of US players.
Michael Bradley and Klinsman also were able to compete against the golden era of Mexico. I would say that Mexico era was the most talented squad we seen in years which unfortunately underperformed which is what’s going to happen to the USmnt if we keep this coach
Lol , all we ask is to crush the trash teams and punch above our weight against teams better than us. We are not saying to win the World Cup
A dude that has been a failure criticizing a dude who is a current failure!!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣