Jürgen Klinsmann on dropping Landon Donovan, USMNT mentality & MLS growth | Kickin' It | CBS Sports

World Cup winner and former USMNT head coach Jürgen Klinsmann joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey and Charlie Davies to reflect on his playing and managerial careers.

00:00 Monitoring Charlie after his accident, the good and bad of January camp, assessing young talent.
8:53 Decision to take the U.S. job, the challenges facing American soccer, 2014 World Cup what ifs.
17:56 The rationale for leaving Landon Donovan off the World Cup roster.
26:08 USMNT’s level of belief needs to match the talent, MLS better than before, feeling empowered by Franz Beckenbauer.
32:56 The unexpected path to becoming a coach, learning not to hold grudges, instant respect from players, legendary figures Beckenbauer and Maradona.
42:15 Clint’s technique and character, the Spurs connection, owning the “diver” tag.

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