USMNT Star Credits Mauricio Pochettino While Coach Makes Blunt Request to Critics Post Japan Win

How good were the USMNT boys tonight? After a sordid loss to South Korea last weekend, the Yanks bounced back in stellar style as they subdued Japan 2-0 at Lower.com Field on Tuesday. With the win, Mauricio Pochettino’s team also proved that critics of the USMNT’s Argentinian boss should think twice before dismissing his coaching wisdom. Following the win, Folarin Balogun, who had been facing a goalless spell for a long time, once again underscored how the ex-Tottenham manager has been instrumental behind the national team’s success.

Talking to NBC Sports after today’s match, the 24-year-old striker hailed Pochettino for helping the team navigate through troubled waters. “We’re building something big here with a top coach, and it takes time. He tried to emphasize that to us — to be patient — but at the end of the day, the result is the most important thing so I’m happy we were able to get it today,” Balogun said on how the seasoned coach has been able to uphold his end of the bargain.

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