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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

The dismal results keep coming for the United States Men's National Team. First, there was a 5-1 hammering against Colombia. Then there was the group-stage exit at the Copa America. Now, there's a 2-1 home loss to Canada in a friendly that featured an interim head coach. It is just the second time ever that […]

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 […]

In a stunning upset, Canada, led by coach Jesse Marsch, defeated the USMNT 2-1, marking their first away victory against the US since 1957. Goals from Jacob Shaffelburg and Jonathan David put the Reds ahead before Lucas De La Torre scored a late consolation for the United States. The result also ended the USMNT’s 23-match […]

In the ever-evolving landscape of American players making their mark in European leagues, Gianluca Busio continues to stand out as a key figure for Serie A side Venezia. Following an impressive campaign that saw the Italian club earn promotion back to the top flight, Busio has extended his contract with Venezia until June 2026. This […]

In recent years, Serie A has seen a rising number of USMNT players, with Juventus leading the charge by adding talents like Tim Weah and Weston McKennie. The latter’s future at Juventus seemed uncertain as the club initially aimed for his sale. However, an unexpected twist saw the midfielder extend his contract until 2026; solidifying […]

Auston Trusty is the latest US Men's National Team (USMNT) player in the Scottish Premiership, signing a $7.8 million deal with Celtic. While it's not a frequent path for Americans, it's becoming more common, particularly for those moving within Europe. Trusty's transfer marks him as the 14th American to play in Scotland's top division. Remarkably, […]

AC Milan manager Paulo Fonseca may relegate Christian Pulisic to the bench upon his return from international duty. The American star is currently with the USMNT as they are set to face Canada. The matchup between the two rivals is on Saturday in Kansas City. Pulisic and his team will travel east to Cincinnati to […]

Following a disastrous summer, the United States Men's National Team is set to return to action. Gregg Berhalter has been fired and rumors abound that Mauricio Pochettino will be the next manager. But before the deal is official, the USMNT has a friendly against Canada, coached by American Jesse Marsch. First squad after Berhalter features […]

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 […]

Landon Donovan, a legend in American soccer, has expressed his desire to one day manage either the USMNT or USWNT. The 42-year-old, who recently became interim coach for the NWSL's San Diego Wave, is just beginning his managerial career. However, he already holds bold ambitions for the future. His passion for coaching and commitment to […]

Gio Reyna’s career trajectory has been a rollercoaster. Bursting onto the scene as a 17-year-old prodigy at Borussia Dortmund, Reyna seemed destined for stardom. During the 2020-21 season, he made 23 starts for the German club, dazzling fans with his skill, vision, and potential. However, the following seasons have seen a steep decline in his […]