Jesse Marsch on the possibility of coaching the USMNT: “I never will coach the U.S. National Team. Ever. And that's no problem. There was the possibility of me at one point, but I'm done with it. I don't even care anymore. I don't wish ill will against the U.S. I want the U.S. to do well.”
> I'm proud to be an American. But I'm an expat. I live in Italy, I live in Mexico. I haven't celebrated the Fourth of July in I don't even know how long. We used to go to the parade when I was young every year. There used to be barbecues.
> People like to say, “Oh, he wishes he coached the national team.” Let me make it really clear: I never will coach the U.S. national team. Ever. And that's no problem. There was the possibility of me at one point, but I'm done with it. I don't even care anymore. I don't wish ill will against the U.S. I want the U.S. to do well. I like Pochettino, and I like a bunch of the players. But people need to stop making a deal out of me in the U.S.
> So what will I be thinking on July 4? I will be thinking, I hope I've done everything I can to give my team the best chance to win this match. There's nothing else to it. Even if people want to talk about why do I talk in the middle [of the field], or why do I get emotional on the bench, or whatever, it’s because this is who I am. This is what I care about. That's it. That’s it.
u/Jacob_Lazarus7 — 2 days ago
Props for Mexico
That was a great performance last night! I only watched until the 2nd goal went in but they really cooked Ecuador. Wonder if the boys will give some credit to them? As a CONMEBOL supporter (apart from Uruguay/Argentina), I was disappointed but well played!
Really looking forward to the long hoped for match up against Andy's Army Engerland!
u/Jacob_Lazarus7 — 4 days ago
Jude Bellingham should've been sent off
This is a great question for a pod or JJ's diary. I mean what could Miguel Almiron possibly have said to get sent off? Bro it's Constantinople, not Istanbul? Why is Bellingham allowed to cover his mouth. This is the BBC link which is hard to believe is unbiased:
u/Jacob_Lazarus7 — 11 days ago
Weird Body Syndrome
When I look at John McGinn, that is what I think. He has a thick chest but kind of thin arms and a bit of a beer gut. Is this what Andy has?
u/Jacob_Lazarus7 — 16 days ago
Australia's secret weapon
I remember the boys included some great commentary during the Olympics about the Aussie's big star:
u/Jacob_Lazarus7 — 17 days ago
DR Congo fans chanting “MESSI! MESSI! MESSI!” in front of Cristiano Ronaldo
u/Jacob_Lazarus7 — 18 days ago
Frank Lampard, Alan Shearer and Joe Cole: Round of 16 is USMNT ceiling
It's on the rest is football podcast which can be seen on Netflix. Starts at the 40' mark so you don't waste your time like I did.
Joe Cole also said they'd "take care" of Mexico if they have to play them at the Azteca.
Gotta love the English.
Guess it's behind a paywall so it wouldn't let me link it. Worth watching for their dismissive looks.
u/Jacob_Lazarus7 — 23 days ago
A Copa Libertadores Final
I hope the second half lives up to one. If Arsenal can hold on, this will be epic. Personally I want to see pk's which is the best way for this type of match to end.
Lord Arteta laughing spreads his wings...
u/Jacob_Lazarus7 — 1 month ago