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How Sebastian Berhalter is related to former USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
On Thursday night, Sebastian Berhalter starts for the United States at a World Cup for the first time.

It’s a special moment for the talented midfielder, who has been around the USMNT program for a long time.
He starts against Turkiye to close out Group D action as the U.S. makes heavy rotations.
It’s a chance for Berhalter to prove himself.
He plays in MLS for the Vancouver Whitecaps, and he’s a great set-piece taker in addition to solid work in open play.
He also has a Team USA pedigree.
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Yes, Sebastian is related to Gregg.
Gregg was the U.S. coach at the 2022 World Cup.
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Sebastian is Gregg’s son.
He has grown up as a coach’s kid, and it has helped his game.
Now, even though Gregg isn’t on the sideline for the USMNT, his son Sebastian is on the pitch.

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