U.S. manager Mauricio Pochettino expressed frustration after the national team's surprising 1-0 loss to Panama in the Concacaf Nations League semifinals. Despite dominating possession, the U.S. failed to convert any chances, ending their opportunity to retain the Nations League title. Pochettino criticized the players for a lack of aggression, emphasizing that mere participation is insufficient for success. This defeat marks Panama's third consecutive victory over the U.S. in official matches, highlighting ongoing struggles for the national team and raising questions about their competitive edge.
"We are USA. You cannot win with your shirt, or you cannot win if you play here, there or I don't know," Pochettino said after the game.
"The way that we approach the game and start the game wasn't in the right way," he said. "That is why I feel so disappointed and we all feel disappointed."
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