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How are things going for Mauricio Pochettino’s USMNT lately?
In short…not great.
There are off-field controversies, and on-field struggles. In a 4-0 loss to Switzerland, there were errors that fall both on the coaching staff and the players.
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USMNT's starters
Mauricio Pochettino has named a starting XI that closely resembled the group that took the field v Turkey last week – a game they lost 2-1.

Notable changes from that game v Turkey include Tim Ream in for Miles Robinson in central defense, and Sebastian Berhalter replacing Johnny Cardoso in midfield.
Welcome!
The US hasn’t had a great deal of positive momentum lately, but they’ll try to reverse that later this evening when they take on Trinidad and Tobago in their Gold Cup opener. I’m Alex, and I’ll be with you the whole way. Follow along!