US Midfield Focus: Adams-McKennie Pairing Expected vs Germany

The analyst expects Malik Tillman to also feature in the starting lineup, as the US looks to address midfield issues seen against Senegal. Edu emphasized the importance of midfield control, stating "the midfield is where you win control of the match" and highlighting the chemistry between Adams and McKennie from their World Cup performances.

Despite being captain, Adams "is more demanding, communicative and expressive" while McKennie "is a leader by example and makes big plays that shift momentum," according to Edu. The analyst also briefly noted that forward Pepi's strong performance against Senegal could earn him another start against Germany. slot-chickenroad.org