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The focus surrounding the USMNT hasn't been entirely on the field in recent months.

The mother of U.S. midfielder Giovanni Reyna, Danielle, reported a decades-old domestic violence allegation against Berhalter to U.S. Soccer after the coach "made negative statements about [her] son Gio at a leadership conference," ESPN reported in January.

In response, Berhalter released a statement saying he kicked this then-girlfriend, now-wife Rosalind during an argument. An independent investigation ensued, and the USSF concluded Berhalter was still eligible to be hired for a future coaching role.

In the meantime, Hudson has brought some harmony back to the program.

When the Stars and Stripes returned to camp in March for their first competitive matches since the World Cup in the CONCACAF Nations League, Hudson had this to say about the roster inclusion of Gio Reyna.

"He's a good guy and a top talent, and he is evaluated like any other player. We made the roster decisions based on what gives the team the best opportunity to win these games, and we brought him in because we think he can help us do that."

While Berhalter may have been superior on the tactical side, Hudson brought the locker room back together enough for the U.S. to beat Grenada 7-1 in late March. The team also beat El Salvador 1-0 to advance to the Nations League semifinals.