J. Cardoso

‘We invite pressure’ – Unlocking Christian Pulisic and containing Kevin De Bruyne among five keys as USMNT face Belgium

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Speaking of McKennie, he, too, is a player in focus, given his strong form with Juventus. On Friday, Pulisic was asked about whether McKennie has changed at all to reach his current level. His response drew laughs. “No vibe change,” Pulisic said with a smile. “Not change at all.” McKennie, of course, is a unique … Read more

Talking Tactics: How USMNT foursome of Gianluca Busio, Tanner Tessmann, Aidan Morris and Johnny Cardoso could factor into Mauricio Pochettino’s midfield equation

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The four midfielders are yet to make their mark in U.S. colors, but all have serious upside that could help Pochettino’s World Cup plans When Mauricio Pochettino looks at his player pool, he has plenty of questions. The USMNT are strong in one or two areas – winger, central midfield – but wide open in … Read more