USMNT Suffers Fourth Consecutive Loss Under Pochettino After 4-0 Defeat to Switzerland

Mauricio Pochettino, head coach of the U.S. Men's National Team, has taken full responsibility for the team's recent poor performances, including a 4-0 loss to Switzerland that marked the fourth consecutive defeat for the squad. Pochettino defended his decision to rotate the squad heavily in the friendly match, which featured many inexperienced players, acknowledging that the lineup choice backfired and left the team outplayed. Despite the criticism and the ongoing losing streak—the worst since 1973—Pochettino remains focused on preparing the team for the upcoming CONCACAF Gold Cup and ultimately the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which the U.S. will co-host. Veteran players like Walker Zimmerman have urged fans not to overreact, highlighting that significant improvements can happen in a short time before the World Cup. Pochettino emphasized that the players should not be blamed for the losses, reiterating that the responsibility lies with the coaching decisions. The team aims to use the Gold Cup as a platform to rebuild confidence and momentum ahead of the global tournament.