The U.S. men's national team return to Gold Cup action on Thursday when they take on Saudi Arabia.
After a convincing victory over Trinidad and Tobago, the four-game losing streak is a thing of the past. Vibes aren't completely restored, but it was a crucial result nonetheless. Malik Tillman, in particular, was a standout performer scoring his first goals for the senior team. This game could very well determine which team tops Group D, so the stakes are raised. Mauricio Pochettino will want to see the positives from their last game carry over.
With so much riding on this game, Pochettino goes with a relatively unchanged side putting forward the challenge to the players: perform and earn the USMNT the top spot in the group.
Here’s what the Stars and Stripes’ XI could look like in a pivotal Gold Cup game.
