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USMNT Endures Fourth Straight Defeat in 4-0 Loss to Switzerland

Coach Mauricio Pochettino said his lineup gamble proved misguided, exposing defensive breakdowns, depth problems, Gold Cup uncertainties.

Matt Turner USMNT vs Switzerland
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Brian White #8 of the United States advances the ball during the second half against Costa Rica during an international friendly at Inter&Co Stadium on January 22, 2025 in Orlando, Florida.

Overview

  • All four goals came within the first 36 minutes at Geodis Park, highlighted by early strikes from Dan Ndoye and Michel Aebischer.
  • The defeat marked the USMNT’s first four-game skid since 2007 and the first time it conceded four goals by halftime at home.
  • Pochettino blamed his decision to field a largely debutant starting XI for the defensive lapses that led to all four goals.
  • Absences of Christian Pulisic, Yunus Musah, Weston McKennie and others due to rest, commitments and injuries have left the roster thin ahead of the Gold Cup.
  • With Gold Cup action starting June 15 against Trinidad and Tobago in San Jose, the USMNT faces urgent tests to rebuild confidence before the 2026 World Cup.