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The U.S. Men’s National Team faced a disappointing 4-0 defeat against Switzerland in a preparatory friendly at GEODIS Park. This marks their fourth consecutive loss, raising concerns ahead of the upcoming Gold Cup. Despite a lineup of fresh players, the U.S. struggled offensively, only managing 7 shots, none on target. Switzerland’s strong first half performance saw them score all four goals, indicating serious issues that need addressing before the Gold Cup begins.
Nashville, TN – Switzerland Cruise to 4-0 Victory Over U.S. Men’s National Team in Final Friendly Before Gold Cup
In a resounding defeat, the U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) suffered a 4-0 loss to Switzerland during an international friendly held at GEODIS Park on June 10, 2025. This match served as the final preparation for the U.S. team ahead of the upcoming 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup, which kicks off on June 15 against Trinidad and Tobago in San Jose, CA.
The match drew a crowd of 20,602 fans, many of whom witnessed a dominant first half from the Swiss side. All four goals were scored in the opening 45 minutes, starting with Dan Ndoye finding the net in the 13th minute following a deflected pass. Michel Aebischer followed suit with a point-blank tap-in in the 23rd minute, which came after a short cross from teammate Johan Manzambi. Breel Embolo added the third goal in the 33rd minute after a rebound from a save made by U.S. goalkeeper Matt Turner. Manzambi rounded out the scoring with his first international goal just three minutes later, in the 36th minute.
This defeat marks the fourth consecutive loss for the U.S. men’s team, a troubling trend that highlights issues in their performance. It is particularly noteworthy as it is the first time the U.S. has lost four straight matches since 2007. Additionally, this loss is the first time the team has dropped four consecutive home games since 1988. The U.S. record now stands at 8 wins, 10 losses, and 2 ties since the start of 2024, and they have been unable to secure a victory against European teams, holding an 0-6-2 record in their last eight encounters.
In a tactical shift, U.S. head coach Mauricio Pochettino made nine changes to the lineup that had played against Türkiye on June 7. This decision resulted in a starting lineup with an average of only 18 caps per player, reflecting a blend of experience and youth. Prominent among them, midfielder Sebastian Berhalter made his USMNT debut, being the son of former head coach Gregg Berhalter. The match also saw brothers Brenden and Paxten Aaronson becoming the fourth sibling duo to start in the same match for the U.S.
Despite these personnel changes, the U.S. struggled offensively, managing only 7 shots throughout the game, with none hitting the target. In contrast, Switzerland showcased their attacking prowess with a total of 12 shots, 7 of which were on goal. U.S. goalkeeper Matt Turner was forced into action, making 3 saves, but ultimately could not prevent the onslaught. Switzerland also dominated corner kicks, earning 7 compared to just 1 for the U.S.
This friendly served as a crucial assessment point for the U.S. team as they gear up for the Gold Cup, where they will look to rebound from these recent performances. Pochettino acknowledged his responsibility for the team’s current trajectory, emphasizing the need for improvement in the coming games.
The upcoming match against Trinidad and Tobago on June 15 will be of critical importance as the U.S. aims to reverse their fortunes and restore confidence ahead of the tournament.
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Additional Resources
- U.S. Soccer: USMNT Switzerland Recap
- Wikipedia: 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup
- Front Row Soccer: USMNT Embarrassed
- Google Search: USMNT performance against Switzerland
- Tennessean: USMNT vs Switzerland Live Updates
- Encyclopedia Britannica: U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team
- Westwood One Sports: Switzerland Defeats USMNT
- Google News: USMNT Switzerland match recap
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