Not caring as much about the USMNT may be better for the team than overreacting on every single thing

It's all about the World Cup.

Heading into the Bundesliga midseason break, American players have had varying degrees of success

Christian Pulisic is having a fantastic season in the Bundesliga, but he's not the only American turning heads in one of Europe's top leagues.

ORLANDO, FL – OCTOBER 06: Christian Pulisic #10 of the United States reacts to a goal during the final round qualifying match against Panama for the 2018 FIFA World Cup at Orlando City Stadium on October 6, 2017 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

The USMNT’s stars shone brightest when they were needed the most