In a surprising turn of events, former U.S. Men’s National Team player Alexi Lalas has declared that the USMNT has “outgrown CONCACAF,” despite their disappointing performance at the recent 2024 Copa America tournament. Despite their historic flop at the competition, Lalas believes that coach Gregg Berhalter’s side has shown dominance in events such as the Nations League and Gold Cup.
Lalas argues that in order for the USMNT to unlock their full potential, they need to face tougher challenges on the international stage. While their recent success in CONCACAF tournaments is commendable, Lalas suggests that competing against stronger opponents will push the team to new heights.
Fans and critics alike are divided on Lalas’ bold statement, with some agreeing that the USMNT needs to test themselves against top-tier competition to improve, while others believe that the team still has work to do within their own region before moving on to face tougher opponents.
As the USMNT continues to navigate their journey towards success, only time will tell if Lalas’ controversial claim holds true. Stay tuned for more football news and updates on the USMNT’s progress.