Following a 0-1 defeat to Uruguay in the final group stage match of the Copa América, the US team was eliminated as Group C’s third-place finisher. After the Copa América exit, American soccer fans have called for an immediate end to head coach Gregg Berhalter’s tenure and are advocating for the appointment of a high-profile manager.
With two years left until the 2026 World Cup, US fans are growing anxious. They have audaciously lobbied for Pep Guardiola to lead their national team in the 2026 tournament, considering his contract with Manchester City expires in the summer of 2025. However, City legend Paul Dickov has injected a dose of realism, suggesting that Guardiola might extend his stay at the Etihad.
In an interview before City’s pre-season tour in the US, Dickov said, “No, please, let’s not get carried away with Guardiola dreams. He’ll be at City for a while longer, at least for one more season. Pep is the best, from Barcelona to Bayern, and now Manchester City, he’s won unprecedented trophies and records. I think if you asked any national team or club in the world who their top target would be, I’m pretty sure it would be Pep Guardiola.”
For the US national team, it has been a contentious Copa América, with multiple refereeing controversies during the group stage. Fans were unhappy with the officiating in the 1-2 loss to Panama, and there were claims that Uruguay’s goal on Monday should have been disallowed.
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