How Robinson and Dest's wing-back chemistry powered the US past Senegal
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Jeff Rueter
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Summary
The article analyzes how the US men's national soccer team, under coach Mauricio Pochettino, broke through against Senegal with wing-backs Antonee Robinson and Sergiño Dest playing key roles. Despite roster turnover, these two players have remained consistent first-choice options. Dest scored the opener through a combination of teamwork and chemistry, highlighting how the team is developing patterns of play and partnerships ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledSergiño Dest scored the US’s opener on Sunday thanks a collection of little actions from his teammates
The US men’s national team has undergone considerable change from one window to the next throughout Mauricio Pochettino’s tenure
Antonee Robinson and Sergiño Dest were expected to remain the first-choice options at full-back (or wing-back, depending on the system) for the 2026 World Cup
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