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/ 530 days ago

No end to injury woes: Reyna to return with USMNT in 2025

In a recurring theme of his young career, USMNT star Gio Reyna is once again facing an extended spell on the sidelines. Reyna was close to returning to full fitness after a groin injury sustained during September’s international break. However, has now encountered another setback, further delaying his comeback. This latest injury issue will likely […]

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/ 545 days ago

USMNT in talks for England friendly match prior 2026 World Cup

The USMNT are reportedly in discussions with England to arrange a high-profile international friendly as part of their preparations for the 2026 World Cup. This potential matchup will take place on the East Coast of the United States. Thus, it is a critical step for both nations as they gear up for the world’s biggest […]

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/ 550 days ago

High praise: Pochettino earns Pep’s support as new USA boss

Mauricio Pochettino’s appointment as the head coach of the USMNT has sent ripples through the soccer world. Announced earlier this week, Pochettino will lead USA through to the 2026 World Cup; marking his first venture into international management. His first press conference on Friday sparked reactions from key figures in the sport; notably from Manchester […]

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/ 552 days ago

Mauricio Pochettino’s mission to make the USMNT believe again

The Mauricio Pochettino era of the United States Men’s National Team is officially underway. On Friday, US Soccer presented the former Tottenham and Chelsea manager to the media for his first-ever press conference as the USMNT head coach. Pochettino’s press conference came off the back of the United States Men’s National Team failing to beat […]
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/ 553 days ago

What the world thought of US signing Mauricio Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino being appointed as the head coach of the USMNT drew a big reaction. It marks a bold and ambitious step for US Soccer. The USMNT is gearing up for the enormous challenge of hosting the 2026 World Cup. Mauricio Pochettino, the first foreign coach to take over the reins since Jurgen Klinsmann left […]

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/ 554 days ago

Why a hedge fund manager is paying part of Pochettino's salary

In a groundbreaking move that merges the worlds of high finance and international soccer, the U.S. Men's National Team has secured Mauricio Pochettino as its new head coach. It's largely thanks to the financial backing of billionaire hedge fund manager Ken Griffin. This unconventional approach to funding a national team coach marks a significant shift […]

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/ 554 days ago

Pulisic calls on Pochettino to improve USMNT's culture

United States men's national team captain Christian Pulisic has claimed that Mauricio Pochettino needs to help change the mentality of the squad. Pochettino was previously heavily linked with the Stars and Stripes job for weeks. U.S. Soccer, however, finally announced the Argentine as the next USMNT head coach on Tuesday. The move is widely seen […]

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/ 555 days ago

What trophies has Mauricio Pochettino won?

As a coach with experience at several top European clubs, Mauricio Pochettino demands success. Yet, Pochettino is not a coach who has won the lot as a club manager. However, the Argentine does have a lot of experience comparable to coaches like Pep Guardiola or Jose Mourinho who have won effectively every competition possible. Regardless, […]

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/ 555 days ago

US Soccer appoints Mauricio Pochettino as USMNT coach

US Soccer has appointed former Chelsea and PSG manager Mauricio Pochettino as the new USMNT coach. "The decision to join U.S. Soccer wasn’t just about football for me; it’s about the journey that this team and this country are on," Pochettino said. "The energy, the passion, and the hunger to achieve something truly historic here […]

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/ 557 days ago

Stark differences between Carsley and Varas as interim coaches

Both England and the United States men's national team are in a state of flux with interim coaches in the form of Lee Carsley and Mikey Varas. With Carsley, England won its Nations League opener against Ireland on the back of several changes, both tactically and among the squad. It was a radically different approach […]

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/ 560 days ago

US Soccer execs fly to Barcelona to sign Pochettino

Exclusive: A select group of US Soccer Federation executives are flying to Barcelona on Friday to finalize the deal to sign Mauricio Pochettino as the new head coach of the US Men's National Team (USMNT), sources revealed to World Soccer Talk. Sources added that the plan is for US Soccer to complete the contract signatures […]

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/ 576 days ago

Who is Mikey Varas, USA’s interim head coach?

Soccer fans in the United States widely celebrated the impending appointment of Mauricio Pochettino, but they will wait to see him in the dugout. Instead of the Argentine, Mike Varas will serve as the interim head coach of the USMNT. The former head coach of the USA U-20 national team will lead the side during […]

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/ 581 days ago

Instant reforms: Pochettino disrupts USMNT's decades-long rule

Imagine the optics of having a national team manager who isn't based in that same country. That's what's reportedly happening as the United States men's national team is poised to make a significant move by appointing Mauricio Pochettino as their new head coach and having him based in Europe. This hiring decision follows the dismissal […]

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/ 581 days ago

TalkSport says MLS' best team can't compete with League One

TalkSPORT contributor Simon Jordan has once again fired shots at American soccer. Once the owner of Crystal Palace, the businessman has since become known for his outspoken takes on the sport. Jordan's role on the radio station is as the co-presenter of the weekday program White and Jordan alongside Jim White. While he typically has […]

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/ 582 days ago

What teams did Mauricio Pochettino coach previously?

The United States men's national team has Mauricio Pochettino as their next head coach. Since his mutually agreed-upon departure from Chelsea earlier this summer, Pochettino has been unemployed. The Argentine’s coaching journey has taken him from relegation-threatened sides to the heights of the Champions League final. Throughout his career, he has managed some of the […]