USMNT Crushed 5-2 by Belgium! Marcelo Balboa Reacts, Mauricio Pochettino Questioned & Portugal Preview
In this live episode, The Cooligans react to the USMNT’s brutal 5-2 loss to Belgium, questioning whether it’s a necessary wake-up call or a glaring reality check under Mauricio Pochettino. U. S.
legend Marcelo Balboa joins to break down what went wrong and what must improve fast. The guys also highlight Dodi Lukebakio’s standout performance, grade Pochettino’s decisions, react to fan outrage, and look ahead to a crucial matchup against Portugal.
Subscribe to The Cooligans Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube That was rough. The USMNT got hit hard in a 5-2 loss to Belgium, and we went live immediately after the final whistle to make sense of it all. Is this the kind of loss that forces growth—or proof that this team just isn’t ready yet?
We break down Mauricio Pochettino’s tactics, decisions, and whether he got it completely wrong on the night. Then, USMNT legend Marcelo Balboa joins us to offer real insight into what failed on the pitch and what the team must fix before it’s too late. Belgium came to play, and one name stood above the rest: Dodi Lukebakio.
With two goals and a dominant performance, he earns our Player of the Game honors. Meanwhile, we take a hard look at Pochettino’s lineup choices, substitutions, and overall game management. Were the players set up to fail, or did individuals simply not rise to the occasion?