Weston McKennie and Tim Weah are both star players in U.S. soccer. Both are vital to the USMNT. Their friendship has been one of the biggest advantages the team has enjoyed so far. Currently, having Mauricio Pochettino as their coach, Weah thinks that McKennie is essential for Pochettino’s strategy for the team.

Pochettino is known for tactics. He would surely love to have a player who thrives on relentless energy like McKennie. Weston McKennie is just a box-to-box midfielder, bringing uncommon combinations of physical abilities and technical skill into game understanding to that part of the USMNT.

During a recent interview, Weah stated that McKennie was among the most talented players in the world. “Honestly, I think he’s so good at everything; I think he has a tank that no one else has. He runs 24/7. He’s one of the highest jumpers I’ve ever seen.”

“He’s one of those box-to-box players that are just killers, and he’s so important to have on a team,” Weah explained. The contribution of Weston McKennie goes beyond the statistics, even if goals and assists are viewed as crucial to some. This is all about the ability to maintain the shape of the team, make transitions effectively, and ensure a competitive atmosphere against top opponents. Whether it’s tracking back to break up attacks or making late runs into the box, McKennie is everywhere on the field, showing the versatility that makes him stand apart.

Besides that, one part of the game because of which McKennie has many compliments is his free kicks. “He’s scored so many important goals off set pieces,” Weah further explained about his teammate’s ability to get above the other team in crucial moments. For a team like the USMNT, always in very tight matches, such skills are invaluable.

Weah admires more than Weston McKennie’s talent; he values their strong bond. This connection, both on and off the pitch, has deepened. They’ve played together for the national team and at Juventus. There, their friendship grew. McKennie was crucial in helping Weah adjust to Italy, especially with the language barrier.

Mauricio Pochettino’s Vision for Weston McKennie

With Mauricio Pochettino in charge, the U.S. Men’s National Team can be expected, quite positively, to open up bright opportunities for the likes of Wes McKennie. An Argentine who believes in the smart tactical application and development of his players. He will try to exploit them to the maximum. Weston McKennie’s hard work and versatility are just things that Pochettino would appreciate.

More importantly, the comments from Weah are going to bring out how much of Pochettino’s vision McKennie is able to follow. For example, they require more players like McKennie who will possess tactical awareness and provide energy as well as leadership to other boys in the team.

The good news is how far this will go; with such much commendation coming from Weah, the future is bright for the U.S. Men’s National Team.