Episode 26 - USMNT(For Real This Time?) - Juventus Falling Apart - Gareth Southgate has no Friends - and 'Der Klassiker'

Takeaways

• The United States has dominated Mexico in recent years, but their success should be measured beyond CONCACAF and in major tournaments.

 

• The current generation of American players, while playing for major clubs in Europe, have not yet reached the level of other top national teams.

 

• Advancing in major tournaments and performing well against top teams will be crucial for the United States to be considered a true golden generation.

 

• The performances of individual players, such as Weston McKennie and Christian Pulisic, have been inconsistent and need improvement.

 

• The upcoming Copa America will be an important test for the United States to gauge their progress and compete against top South American teams.

 

• Dortmund continues to struggle against Bayern Munich, indicating a mental block that affects their performance.

 

• The debate over Gareth Southgate's future as England manager is ongoing, with some advocating for his removal and others suggesting he should be given a chance in the upcoming Euros.

 

• The potential of Jose Mourinho as England manager is discussed, but it is unlikely that he would take the job.

 

• The lack of a winning mentality in Southgate is highlighted, with comparisons to successful managers like Klopp and Mourinho.

 

 

Chapters:

• 01:25 - USA vs Mexico rivalry
• 12:17 - Assessment of USA players
• 18:21 - Measuring success of USMNT
• 35:19 - Expectations for USMNT
• 46:24 - European Championship final qualifications
• 53:50 - Man City - Arsenal
• 110:26 - Juventus' struggles
• 126:18 - Bayern Munich vs. Borussia Dortmund 
• 141:10 - Debate over Gareth Southgate's future