CHICAGO ― The hall where Gregg Berhalter spoke Friday at the United Soccer Coaches convention was packed to the gills 10 minutes before he took the stage. But the buzz in the hundreds-deep crowd offered no hints about how the former U.

CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Chicago Fire FC is dealing with yet another coaching change—hoping that a soccer-lifer with ties to the area can spark a turnaround with the flickering franchise.

This marks the first time since 2018 that Coach Gregg Berhalter is at the helm for an MLS team. Jori Parys reports.

Berhalter said to a small group of reporters after his talk at the convention. “That type of pressing, we came up with our player pool in mind – what we have and what we're looking to bring in.

Just four members of the USMNT's January roster worked with coach Mauricio Pochettino previously. But players' familiarity with each over could prove crucial before next year's World Cup on home soil.

USMNT goalkeeper Zack Steffen returned to international play after nearly three years, contributing to his team's 3-0 victory over Costa Rica on Wednesday.

Zack Steffen was back on the field for the United States to face Costa Rica, nearly three years after his previous appearance in goal, also against the Ticos.Stakes were far lower but the results were much better.

With an MLS-heavy roster, new coach Mauricio Pochettino has plenty to be impressed with after a convincing pair of friendlies.

Tyler Adams is a good defensive midfielder, as has been established for nearly five years now after his breakthrough with RB Leipzig. Despite this, he lacks that “blink and you’ll miss his work” air about him. The reason for this is simple: his clubs and country alike fare noticeably better whenever he’s involved.

Since taking the helm of the US men’s national team in September, Mauricio Pochettino has spoken often about cultivating fighting spirit – referring to the need for a “strong mentality, the winning mentality,

McGlynn's highlight-reel goal and passing vs. Venezuela got Mauricio Pochettino and many other people talking. But it doesn't change that he hasn't played enough defense for the Union's style.

Brian White and Caden Clark score their first national team goals, Steffen makes a pair of excellent saves and the Americans win, 3-0, in their second straight exhibition without Europe-based