US loss can be a catalyst for improvement insists coach

United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino believes Saturday’s heavy defeat to Belgium can serve as a springboard for sharper performances with the World Cup opener only 75 days away. Speaking after the thumping, the Argentine stressed that the painful lesson must accelerate the squad’s refinement rather than dent confidence. Pochettino, appointed to guide the program toward the upcoming tournament, views the setback as an urgent reminder of the standards required on the global stage. He is confident the showing will focus minds in the limited preparation window remaining.