While we shouldn't read too much into preseason friendlies, I think we have two main takeaways from Liverpool's trip across the Atlantic.

The high press is thankfully back, while Liverpool's first-half struggles highlighted some of the issues that still must be addressed this summer.

Liverpool's roster construction went awry under Arne Slot, and Andoni Iraola should prioritize fixing it.

In 1994, the last men's World Cup the U.S. hosted sparked soccer fever, from youth leagues to TV broadcasts to the formation of MLS. Now, can MLS harness this World Cup for a new generation of fans?

Priority #1 for Andoni Iraola this season should be to re-establish Liverpool's modern identity of playing aggressive, high-pressing football.