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One year until the World Cup: is the USMNT anywhere near ready for the challenge?

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The USMNT is in the throes of a four -game losing streak, all of them at home.

Mauricio Pochettino's replacement Gregg Berhalter hasn't been able to arrest the slide to any great degree.

There is a perception that some players are apathetic about suiting up for the U.S ..

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino is dealing with a lack of competition in the national team.

Former U.S. international keeper Kasey Keller says the team hasn't had a full cycle to sort out issues.

The lack of competitive matches in competitive fixtures has set in, and the lack of fire has been on display.

Pochettino has been left to rely on several MLS players in the U.S. national team.

Ricardo Pepi is still recovering from knee surgery and Josh Sargent not called in.

The hope is that Balogun could get past an injury-riddled 2024-25 season and find a semblance of form.

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84

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81

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70

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semi-formal

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English

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33

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