Alex Solana joins Joe Rose to break down Team USA’s World Cup exit and whether the United States can eventually close the gap with the world’s top soccer nations. The guys discuss the talent gap exposed in the loss to Belgium, the challenges created by America’s pay-to-play system, and why the U.S. development model still puts the country at a disadvantage. Solana gives credit to head coach Mauricio Pochettino for helping the team find an identity during the tournament, while also explaining why the Belgium loss was ultimately a disappointment. The conversation also looks ahead at the World Cup favorites, including why France remains the team to beat, whether Argentina can challenge them, and how England continues to find ways to win.