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Chris Richards on USMNT’s Dream Start, Seattle’s Country Roads Moment, and Why Not Us?: Men in Blazers 06/24/26
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- Jun 24, 2026
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Rog is joined by USMNT defender Chris Richards to discuss the United States’ dream start to the tournament after wins over Paraguay and Australia. They begin with his emotional return to the global stage, then assess what has clicked inside Mauricio Pochettino’s system. Chris reflects on playing on home soil, the meaning of being “overly American,” and the unforgettable scenes in Seattle. Plus, he looks ahead to the final group-stage match against Turkey and explains why this team is embracing Pochettino’s “Why not us?” mentality. Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1 Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGz Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHU See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .