Pochettino admits his American stars must fight hidden fatigue while dodging a third straight loss to Canada on Tuesday.
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Pochettino admits his American stars must fight hidden fatigue while dodging a third straight loss to Canada on Tuesday.
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Historically the Stars and Stripes have ruled the rivalry, yet Canada endured a 17‑match winless streak from 1985 to 2019. Jesse Marsch’s squad, however, has already beaten the US twice, including a September 2024 friendly and a third‑place finish in the 2025 Nations League.
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Historically the Stars and Stripes have ruled the rivalry, yet Canada endured a 17‑match winless streak from 1985 to 2019. Jesse Marsch’s squad, however, has already beaten the US twice, including a September 2024 friendly and a third‑place finish in the 2025 Nations League.
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A Canadian win in Minnesota would mark the first three‑peat over the US since 1968.
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A Canadian win in Minnesota would mark the first three‑peat over the US since 1968.
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Canada’s Longest Winning Runs vs. USMNT
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USMNT’s Top Minutes This Fall
3 | Sept. 7, 2024–Ongoing |
2 | Nov. 1, 1980–April 2, 1985 |
2 | 1. |
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If history isn’t enough, Marsch also carries the sting of being passed over for the US job before Pochettino arrived. “There’s no grudge,” he said, shrugging ahead of Tuesday’s tense friendly.
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If history isn’t enough, Marsch also carries the sting of being passed over for the US job before Pochettino arrived. “There’s no grudge,” he said, shrugging ahead of Tuesday’s tense friendly.
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“Personally, I know the US is a strong side we measure ourselves against, and I’ll do everything to give our guys the best chance to play well and win.”
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“Personally, I know the US is a strong side we measure ourselves against, and I’ll do everything to give our guys the best chance to play well and win.”
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Canada arrives fired up, but Pochettino’s squad looks weary.
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Canada arrives fired up, but Pochettino’s squad looks weary.
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‘That Can Affect’—Pochettino Warns of Personnel Changes vs. Canada
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Canada’s Longest Winning Runs vs. USMNT
Pochettino balanced caution with confidence in his preview, noting a delayed Phoenix flight and a cramped fall schedule that left players drained, yet he remained hopeful.
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Pochettino balanced caution with confidence in his preview, noting a delayed Phoenix flight and a cramped fall schedule that left players drained, yet he remained hopeful.
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“The window keeps growing, so we must support the players and finish in great shape,” the coach warned, hinting at possible rotation to protect stars before their club commitments.
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“The window keeps growing, so we must support the players and finish in great shape,” the coach warned, hinting at possible rotation to protect stars before their club commitments.
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“Even with heavy travel and competition, the squad will be ready on Tuesday, fresh and eager, a chance for continuous growth.”
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“Even with heavy travel and competition, the squad will be ready on Tuesday, fresh and eager, a chance for continuous growth.”
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USMNT’s Top Minutes This Fall
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June 22, 1957–Oct. 13, 1968
Gio Reyna | 212 | 2. |
Antonee Robinson | 209 | 3. |
Auston Trusty | 208 | 4. |
Tyler Adams | 206 | 5. |
Alex Freeman | 195 | 6. |
Sebastian Berhalter | 192 | 7. |
Malik Tillman | 191 | 8. |
Julian Hall | 163 | 9. |
Diego Kochen | 135 | 10. |
Cavan Sullivan | 133 | Mauricio Pochettino admits his U.S. side is disrupted by fatigue |