The USMNT’s recent loss to ‍Panama in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinals has⁣ raised serious questions about‍ the ⁤tactical acumen of new head coach Mauricio Pochettino. The team appeared unprepared and disorganized, struggling to adapt to Pochettino’s attacking ideology.Key areas of concern included:

  • Lack of Cohesion: ⁢ Players failed to connect effectively, resulting in minimal offensive output.
  • Defensive Fragility: The backline ⁤was frequently exposed, lacking⁣ the discipline to contain Panama’s counter-attacks.
  • Substitutions ​Impact: Late-game substitutions did not bring the intended impact, leaving the squad looking fatigued and uninspired.

Moreover,…