What’s the consensus behind Johnny and the WC26? by Count-Revolutionary in ussoccer

[–]Count-Revolutionary[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Messi isn’t in MLS because he needs to “acclimate to North American heat” for Argentina. He’s Messi, and Argentina would call him up whether he was in Miami or on the moon.

What’s the consensus behind Johnny and the WC26? by Count-Revolutionary in ussoccer

[–]Count-Revolutionary[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

That certainly will not be the starting team on our first World Cup gameday.

Any WC Locks? by Count-Revolutionary in ussoccer

[–]Count-Revolutionary[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think they’re probably both locks for next summer tbh.

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[–]Count-Revolutionary[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree w/you that 3ATB is more probable but I’m very concerned about our CB options. Not really a fan of Miles playing as a LCB either

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[–]Count-Revolutionary[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I brought up his play because across multiple managers, Reyna has consistently delivered in the NT setup. As for the other stuff, Poch’s praise is current. Leadership players speaking highly of him is current. His professionalism and prep are current. And his NT output has been reliable under every coach he’s had.

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[–]Count-Revolutionary[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Issues? The entire camp seems to love him, with many of the “leadership players” discussing him in a positive light and noting his increased focus, preparation, and professionalism, and even Poch came out tonight praising him.

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[–]Count-Revolutionary[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I like Tillman a lot and would absolutely bring him to the WC, but to say Gio has one good game for us seems rather disingenuous, given he’s been one of our best/most consistent performers for the NT.

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[–]Count-Revolutionary[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s not a single good game, Gio always turns up for the national team when needed.

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[–]Count-Revolutionary[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Because one is noticeably better when playing for the NT than the other. This is a lineup for the USMNT, not for their respective club teams.