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Originally Posted by CroFlames
I disagree. I think the team was basically peaked at 2014 and they performed well, not just fluky. Belgium although not a traditional powerhouse, is and was one of the top teams in the world. They have been kicking ass for more than 2 years straight and continue to do so.
I think USA is currently on a slight decline, but they are closer to achieving something at a WC than most people give them credit for I think.
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The thing to remember with the States is that Klinsmann is revamping how they develop players from the top down. They're going to stagnate a bit in the short term, but as the academy players become of age, they're going to be reaping the rewards. More of them will be of European technical quality and not just impressive athletes. Of course, it's all moot if they go out and replace Klinsmann with someone poor.