Many United States soccer fans were displeased and confused with the lack of playing time US coach Gregg Berhalter gave to Gio Reyna. We now have an explanation for the rationale behind the decisio…
US coach Gregg Berhalter gave to Gio Reyna during the 2022 World Cup. We now have the rationale behind the decision.during training ahead of the USMNT’s opening match against Wales, especially during a scrimmage against the Qatari club Al Gharafa SC. Sources described Reyna walking throughout his playing time in the scrimmage and that “caused significant frustration” within the squad.
The situation escalated to the point where Reyna stood up during a video session and apologized to his teammates for his lack of intensity, The Athletic reported. That seemingly put an end to the drama, until Berhalter spoke on the matter.
Berhalter added that he and the coaching staff knew the risks in potentially sending Reyna home, but said they were prepared to do it. Ultimately, Reyna remained with the team for its entire stay in Qatar.Gregg Berhalter consoles Christian Pulisic after the US was eliminated from the World Cup.“Gio obviously did not have the experience anyone hoped for at the World Cup.
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