The match took place at USG's home stadium on Wednesday night, where Newcastle secured a convincing win.
Pocognoli praised his team for their efforts, stating that they fought hard and didn't give up even when trailing 3-0.
He acknowledged that Newcastle was a stronger team, but noted that USG was able to create scoring opportunities and play their own style of game.
The coach also emphasized the importance of gaining experience from the match, which will help the team in future games.
USG's captain, Christian Burgess, shared similar sentiments, observing that Newcastle's efficiency and quality were key factors in their win.
Burgess also acknowledged that USG's initial aggressive approach created scoring chances, but ultimately fell short.
He saw the match as a valuable learning experience for the team, highlighting the need to adapt and improve their game.