Roldan urges USMNT to balance discipline and grit ahead of Paraguay World Cup match
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Cristian Roldan warns the USMNT against being too passive in their World Cup opener against Paraguay, citing the need for grit following their last heated encounter.
- •Cristian Roldan stated the USMNT must avoid being 'too honest' in their upcoming World Cup opener against Paraguay
- •The squad is implementing specific strategies to handle the physical play expected from the Paraguayan side
- •It remains uncertain if the refereeing style will successfully contain potential on-field aggression during the match
Cristian Roldan said this week that the USMNT must prioritize strategic physical play rather than pure sportsmanship when they face Paraguay on Friday. The warning follows a previous encounter between the two nations that descended into near-brawls and excessive stoppages. While the USMNT aims to stay composed, Roldan suggests that excessive 'honesty' could leave them vulnerable to physical intimidation on the field. The match result may depend on whether the team can successfully adapt its temperament to match the intensity of the competition.
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