Where Does USMNT Go From Here After Epic Collapse? | Morally Abhorrent
Jul 9, 2026 · 43m
Summary
Dan Le Batard, Chris Witty, and Tom Bogart analyze the US Men’s National Team’s World Cup exit, focusing on Christian Pulisic’s performance and injury narrative. They discuss Mauricio Pochettino’s likely departure and potential successors like Michael Bradley. The hosts also debate how MLS can capitalize on the tournament’s momentum despite structural hurdles like calendar delays and roster rules.
Topics discussed
Sponsor reads and show introduction
Critique of Christian Pulisic's World Cup performance and brand
Team dynamics, leadership, and the Belgium match analysis
Tactical breakdown of the US loss to Belgium
Mauricio Pochettino's future as USMNT manager
Michael Bradley as a potential future coach
US soccer's long-term strategy and playing style
MLS growth, scheduling, and capitalizing on World Cup interest
Knockout round predictions and underdog analysis
Closing remarks and upcoming episodes
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