Pochettino says USMNT should face elite opponents before Germany test
The United States men's national team has struggled to get positive results against top European sides in recent friendlies. Pochettino highlighted the need for tougher opposition to close that gap.
The squad is scheduling a series of high‑level warm‑up matches ahead of the Germany showdown. The coach believes these games will sharpen tactics and boost mental resilience.
Fans are watching closely to see how the preparation translates into tournament performance.
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