Former USMNT player Freddy Adu criticized the team’s performance following their 5-1 defeat to Colombia on Saturday. With a talented lineup including Tim Weah, Christian Pulisic, Gio Reyna, and Folarin Balogun, the US side was outplayed by Colombia at Commander’s Field.
Adu took to social media to express his disappointment, stating that it was one of the “poorest” performances he had seen from the current group. He emphasized the need to play more games against top teams to improve and avoid such mistakes.
Freddy Adu criticized the USMNT’s performance against Colombia
Colombia took an early lead in the 6th minute and maintained their dominance throughout the game. While Weah scored for the US in the 58th minute, Colombia responded with three more goals in quick succession. Adu’s criticism highlighted the lack of urgency and a sense of complacency among the players, which he believes needs to change for the team to reach its full potential.
Adu emphasized the need for more urgency and better performance from the USMNT
Adu also questioned whether head coach Gregg Berhalter was the right fit for the team, suggesting that the upcoming Copa America tournament would provide a better indication. The US will face Bolivia, Uruguay, and Panama in Group C, with their opening match on June 23 in Texas. Adu concluded by stating that the tournament will provide answers and shed light on the team’s true potential.
