U.S. men's national team coach Gregg Berhalter has been fired after a disappointing performance in the Copa America tournament, leading to a major shakeup for the team as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup. Calls for his removal had been mounting due to the team's underwhelming results.
Key Points
Berhalter fired after U.S. men's national team's disappointing Copa America performance
High hopes for team's performance in 2026 World Cup
Calls for Berhalter's removal had been increasing
Pros
Opportunity for a fresh start with a new coach
Potential to improve team performance for upcoming World Cup
Cons
Disruption to team dynamics with coaching change
Pressure to quickly find and integrate a new coach