Mauricio Pochettino’s USMNT lost all sense of tactical identity in the Gold Cup semifinal vs. Guatemala. Despite facing an inferior opponent, the U.S. barely scraped through—and it could’ve been a disaster.

Diego Luna’s individual brilliance and another standout performance from Malik Tillman saved the day, but serious questions remain. Can Pochettino return to what was working ahead of the final?

In this post-match breakdown, I dive into what went wrong, what saved the U.S., and what must change to lift the trophy.

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