# USMNT bounced out of the WC in RO16 by Belgium // What does the US have to do to improve the national team? // Bill Belichick was almost the head coach of the Broncos - 7/7 (Hour 2)

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Podcast: [Zolak & Bertrand](https://stenobird.com/podcast/zolak-bertrand-742204)
Published: 2026-07-07T16:00:00+00:00
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(00:00) McKone and McCarthy talk about the mistakes and poor performances that lead to the 4-1 thrashing that saw Belgium advance past the US into the quarterfinals. (7:56) The guys discuss whether or not this tournament could be considered a success for the US. The guys head to the phone lines for your thoughts. (23:54) The guys go to the phone lines and get your thoughts. (29:59) McKone and McCarthy dive into a lengthy report on Sean Payton considering trying to get the Broncos to hire Belichick as the head coach until he surpassed the all time leader in wins. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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