Episode
USMNT Crushed 5-2 by Belgium! Marcelo Balboa Reacts, Mauricio Pochettino Questioned & Portugal Preview
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- The Cooligans
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- Mar 29, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2674
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Summary
In this live episode, The Cooligans react to the USMNT’s brutal 5-2 loss to Belgium, questioning whether it’s a necessary wake-up call or a glaring reality check under Mauricio Pochettino. U.S. legend Marcelo Balboa joins to break down what went wrong and what must improve fast. The guys also highlight Dodi Lukebakio’s standout performance, grade Pochettino’s decisions, react to fan outrage, and look ahead to a crucial matchup against Portugal.