Mauricio Pochettino calls USMNT knockout match a final before Bosnia clash

Head coach Mauricio Pochettino emphasized the importance of the U.S. Men's National Team's upcoming Round of 32 match against Bosnia and Herzegovina on July 1 at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. He conveyed to his players the significance of their journey to this point and the preparation leading up to the tournament. Pochettino stated that each match has been treated like a final, highlighting the historic progress made by the program. The U.S. finished atop Group D, setting records in scoring and points. The match against Bosnia marks the first knockout stage appearance for the U.S. since the Concacaf Gold Cup in 2025.

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