Mauricio Pochettino’s pending arrival looms over US soccer friendlies
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mauricio Pochettino’s pending arrival looms over US soccer friendlies

Associated Press  

MILFORD, Ohio — Mauricio Pochettino’s pending arrival looms over interim coach Mikey Varas and his players. “We need to show that no matter who is the coach is that we’re wiling to fight and willing to give the best for this country and that we want to win games.” Varas and players criticized the team’s effort in Saturday’s 2-1 defeat, the first U.S. match since first-round elimination at the Copa America led the U.S. Soccer Federation to fire coach Gregg Berhalter. “Anybody who plays, they will have earned it,” Varas said, “and at the same time this is a September window with a new coach coming in so it’s also my responsibility to make sure that multiple players get a chance of showcasing themselves as long as they have also shown that they can earn it.” Pochettino, a former coach of Tottenham, Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain, has been in negotiations with the USSF since mid-August. “It can change a little bit of the mentality, a little bit of the culture.” Pochettino would become the first foreign-born coach to head the U.S. since Jurgen Klinsmann from 2011-16.

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Pochettino believes US has time to fix its problems after crashing out of CONCACAF Nations League
5 days, 7 hours ago

Pochettino believes US has time to fix its problems after crashing out of CONCACAF Nations League

The Hindu  

Mauricio Pochettino offered an Americanism after the United States’ second straight dismal loss in the CONCACAF Nations League. “If we would be today in this situation in one year time, for sure, I will tell you, ‘Houston, we have a problem, no?’ SOS,” the Argentine coach said after Sunday’s 2-1 loss to Canada in the CONCACAF Nations League third-place match. …

Mauricio Pochettino is running out of time to revive U.S. before World Cup
1 week, 2 days ago

Mauricio Pochettino is running out of time to revive U.S. before World Cup

LA Times  

U.S. midfielder Weston McKennie, center, controls the ball against Panama in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinals at SoFi Stadium on Thursday. But with his team scheduled to return to SoFi in less than 15 months for its World Cup opener, it may be time for the coach to at least find out where the panic button is, because if the …

Pochettino welcomes pressure from Trump and says USA can be the best soccer team in the world
1 week, 2 days ago

Pochettino welcomes pressure from Trump and says USA can be the best soccer team in the world

Associated Press  

Mauricio Pochettino predicts the United States can dominate soccer and Donald Trump will put pressure on him to deliver at next year’s World Cup. Notably, the 53-year-old Argentinian, stopped short of saying his team could produce a shock victory at next year’s tournament, but he believes with Trump as president, much will be expected of his team. We are ready …

Mauricio Pochettino will have veteran roster for CONCACAF Nations League final four
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Mauricio Pochettino will have veteran roster for CONCACAF Nations League final four

LA Times  

Mauricio Pochettino, facing his stiffest test yet as manager of the U.S. men’s soccer team, has summoned a veteran squad for next week’s CONCACAF Nations League final four at SoFi Stadium. The 23-player roster released Tuesday is headed by forward Christian Pulisic and midfielders Weston McKennie and Tyler Adams, who is returning to the team for the first time since …

Pochettino wants to see some Argentine spirit in his USA squad
2 months, 1 week ago

Pochettino wants to see some Argentine spirit in his USA squad

The Hindu  

USA national team coach Mauricio Pochettino has been quick to praise the quality of American players but says he wants to inject some Argentine spirit and patriotism into his squad. “One thing from Argentina that I can apply here, it is so simple but, it is the way they compete,” he told reporters after training at Inter Miami’s facility. For …

Mauricio Pochettino calls up his first U.S. Soccer roster for competitive matches
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Mauricio Pochettino calls up his first U.S. Soccer roster for competitive matches

LA Times  

With next year’s World Cup drawing closer, Mauricio Pochettino called up a 25-man roster Sunday for his first competitive games as coach of the men’s national soccer team. Adams, 25, returned to the starting lineup for Bournemouth, his club team in the English Premier League, this weekend but Pochettino said the former U.S. captain isn’t ready to play for the …

Mexico Extends Winless Run, Handing Mauricio Pochettino First Defeat as Head Coach
5 months, 1 week ago

Mexico Extends Winless Run, Handing Mauricio Pochettino First Defeat as Head Coach

CNN  

Mexico ended a seven-match winless run against the USA, winning 2-0 in front of a raucous home crowd at Akron Stadium in Guadalajara. The victory marks a much improved turnaround for Mexico, which was booed off by its own fans after giving up a 2-0 lead to draw with a shorthanded Valencia team, currently 18th in Spain's La Liga, at …

Mexico ends seven-match winless run against the USA and hands Mauricio Pochettino his first defeat as head coach
5 months, 1 week ago

Mexico ends seven-match winless run against the USA and hands Mauricio Pochettino his first defeat as head coach

CNN  

CNN — Mexico ended a seven-match winless run against bitter rival the United States, winning 2-0 in front of a raucous home crowd at Akron Stadium in Guadalajara. The defeat is Mauricio Pochettino’s first as US men’s national team head coach in only his second game in charge, but the former Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham manager was missing a number …

Mauricio Pochettino understands his ‘responsibility’ with World Cup fast approaching
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Mauricio Pochettino understands his ‘responsibility’ with World Cup fast approaching

LA Times  

If there was any doubt about whether the U.S. men’s soccer team was under new management, it faded Saturday when fans arriving at Q2 Stadium for Mauricio Pochettino’s first game as coach were handed a poster bearing his face, the same face that stared out from a red banner behind the south goal. “It was a massive shock for me,” …

Pochettino Makes History as He Leads U.S. to Victory in First Friendly Match
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Pochettino Makes History as He Leads U.S. to Victory in First Friendly Match

Associated Press  

A thrilling 2-0 victory over Panama marked Mauricio Pochettino's debut as the U.S. men's national team coach. Yunus Musah and Ricardo Pepi scored the goals in the second half, securing the win for the Americans. The match was a testament to the U.S.'s resurgence in international soccer, marking the start of a new chapter for the national team.

Mauricio Pochettino WINS his USA coaching debut as Americans earn 2-0 friendly victory over Panama
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Mauricio Pochettino WINS his USA coaching debut as Americans earn 2-0 friendly victory over Panama

Daily Mail  

Mauricio Pochettino began his tenure as US men's national team manager with a win on Saturday night as the Americans beat Panama 2-0 in a home friendly. Midfielder Yunus Musah notched the opening goal in front of the crowd in Austin, Texas, with his AC Milan teammate Christian Pulisic supplying the assist with a cross from the left. USA head …

Mauricio Pochettino era for U.S. men’s soccer begins with win over Panama
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Mauricio Pochettino era for U.S. men’s soccer begins with win over Panama

LA Times  

U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino, left, stands next to assistant coach Jesus Perez, right, stand for the national anthem before an international friendly against Panama on Saturday night. Most everything from team meetings to training sessions has been running late during Mauricio Pochettino’s first week in charge of the U.S. national soccer team. And Pochettino, the first national team coach hired …

‘He wants to win.’ How U.S. Soccer landed star coach Mauricio Pochettino
5 months, 2 weeks ago

‘He wants to win.’ How U.S. Soccer landed star coach Mauricio Pochettino

LA Times  

Before new coach Mauricio Pochettino had even left the locker room for one of his first training sessions with the U.S. men’s soccer team, many of his players already were bathed in sweat. That’s the big message so far.” U.S. soccer coach Mauricio Pochettino and first assistant coach Jesus Perez wait for their player before training Friday in Austin, Texas. …

First American Player Meets Mauricio Pochettino in London Restaurant
5 months, 2 weeks ago

First American Player Meets Mauricio Pochettino in London Restaurant

Associated Press  

Antonee Robinson became the first American player to meet new U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino for the first time after arriving in the U.S. on Saturday. Robinson noticed a difference in style from Gregg Berhalter, who led the team from December 2018 through December 2022, then returned in the summer of 2023 only to be fired this July following a first-round …

Mauricio Pochettino has big plans for USMNT – but will take his time to implement them
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Mauricio Pochettino has big plans for USMNT – but will take his time to implement them

New York Times  

Mauricio Pochettino’s first U.S. men’s national team roster looks similar to the team summoned in September, a few days before he was officially unveiled as the new coach. Steffen has not played for the U.S. since 2022 Pochettino said in a press conference this week that players who aren’t getting time on the field at their respective clubs have become …

Mauricio Pochettino names his first USMNT roster and recalls former Premier League star
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Mauricio Pochettino names his first USMNT roster and recalls former Premier League star

Daily Mail  

Mauricio Pochettino has selected his first roster as USMNT coach, recalling former Manchester City goalkeeper Zack Steffen after he was dropped by predecessor Gregg Berhalter. Mauricio Pochettino has selected his first roster as USMNT coach for October's matches Zack Steffen hasn't played for the national team since World Cup qualifiers in March 2022 Injured players who will miss the matches …

New U.S. men’s soccer coach Mauricio Pochettino shares goals for his first roster
5 months, 3 weeks ago

New U.S. men’s soccer coach Mauricio Pochettino shares goals for his first roster

LA Times  

Mauricio Pochettino named his first roster as coach of the men’s national soccer team Wednesday. And there are some familiar faces returning as well, with goalkeeper Zach Steffen getting his first call-up since March 2023 and midfielder Gianluca Busio back for the first time since the 2023 Gold Cup. Pochettino, who has never coached a national team before, said he …

Pochettino named as new coach of US team
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Pochettino named as new coach of US team

China Daily  

MIAMI — Argentine Mauricio Pochettino has been named as the new head coach of the United States national team, the US Soccer federation announced on Tuesday. No details of the contract length were provided by US Soccer, but Pochettino will lead the team at the 2026 World Cup, which the USA is co-hosting with Mexico and Canada. "Mauricio is a …

Pochettino named as new coach of US team
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Pochettino named as new coach of US team

China Daily  

MIAMI — Argentine Mauricio Pochettino has been named as the new head coach of the United States national team, the US Soccer federation announced on Tuesday. No details of the contract length were provided by US Soccer, but Pochettino will lead the team at the 2026 World Cup, which the USA is co-hosting with Mexico and Canada. "Mauricio is a …

Pochettino embarks on ‘journey’ with US men’s team after turbulence at PSG and Chelsea
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Pochettino embarks on ‘journey’ with US men’s team after turbulence at PSG and Chelsea

Associated Press  

Mauricio Pochettino didn’t expect to be here. His appointment as United States men’s national team head coach was not in the plans when he signed a two-year contract at Chelsea last season and made his triumphant return to the Premier League. “Mauricio understands the unique potential of this team and this country, and he shares our belief that U.S. Soccer …

Mauricio Pochettino named new U.S. men's coach
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mauricio Pochettino named new U.S. men's coach

The Hindu  

Former Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has been named new coach of the United States men's team, U.S. Soccer announced on Tuesday. U.S. Soccer Sporting Director Matt Crocker said Pochettino was a "serial winner with a deep passion for developing players". The U.S. have been without a coach since a humiliating early exit from the Copa America on home soil in …

Mauricio Pochettino announced as new USA manager ahead of 2026 World Cup
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mauricio Pochettino announced as new USA manager ahead of 2026 World Cup

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as the new …

Mauricio Pochettino hired to succeed Gregg Berhalter as US men’s national team coach
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Mauricio Pochettino hired to succeed Gregg Berhalter as US men’s national team coach

Associated Press  

Former Tottenham and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino was hired Tuesday to succeed Gregg Berhalter as U.S. men’s national team coach, 21 months before the Americans host the 2026 World Cup. “It’s about the journey that this team and this country are on,” Pochettino said in a statement released by the USSF. While the contract length wasn’t specified, the USSF said …

U.S. Soccer finally closes deal, hires Mauricio Pochettino to lead men’s national team
6 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S. Soccer finally closes deal, hires Mauricio Pochettino to lead men’s national team

LA Times  

U.S. Soccer has hired former Chelsea coach Mauricio Pochettino to coach the U.S. men’s national team ahead of the World Cup the Americans will co-host in 2026. U.S. Soccer finally got its man Tuesday, announcing it has hired Mauricio Pochettino to coach the men’s national team. “Mauricio understands the unique potential of this team and this country and he shares …

US players await word on whether Mauricio Pochettino will become their coach
6 months, 3 weeks ago

US players await word on whether Mauricio Pochettino will become their coach

Associated Press  

KANSAS CITY, Kan. — U.S. players awaited word on whether Mauricio Pochettino was being hired as the American men’s soccer coach, uncertain as they prepared for friendlies against Canada and New Zealand. They were teams that were really well organized and really strong in the attacking sense.” Pochettino would become the U.S.'s 10th coach in a 14-year span, including four …

U.S. men’s soccer roster announced for upcoming matches amid wait for new coach
6 months, 4 weeks ago

U.S. men’s soccer roster announced for upcoming matches amid wait for new coach

LA Times  

Interim coach Mikey Varas says the U.S. national team’s training camp for upcoming friendlies will determine who plays, saying, “All the boys know that there will be no starting lineup set. And although the national team still doesn’t have a permanent manager, it does have a roster, with interim coach Mikey Varas calling up 24 players Sunday for friendlies with …

USMNT roster: Interim head coach Mikey Varas names team as Mauricio Pochettino hire looms
6 months, 4 weeks ago

USMNT roster: Interim head coach Mikey Varas names team as Mauricio Pochettino hire looms

New York Times  

Interim manager Mikey Varas called up a few new faces for U.S. men’s national team friendlies against Canada and New Zealand this month. GO DEEPER When life gives Mauricio Pochettino lemons, he believes the good times are coming Several first-team regulars are missing from this camp due to injury or club situations, though 18 players were a part of this …

Mauricio Pochettino negotiating to succeed Gregg Berhalter as U.S. soccer coach, AP source says
7 months, 1 week ago

Mauricio Pochettino negotiating to succeed Gregg Berhalter as U.S. soccer coach, AP source says

Associated Press  

Mauricio Pochettino and the U.S. Soccer Federation are working toward a deal for him to become the men’s national team coach, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. Pochettino would succeed Gregg Berhalter less than 22 months before the Americans host the 2026 World Cup. He made 20 appearances for Argentina, playing at the 1999 Copa América …

Mauricio Pochettino Set to Take on Head Coach Role With USA Soccer: Reports
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Mauricio Pochettino Set to Take on Head Coach Role With USA Soccer: Reports

News 18  

Mauricio Pochettino is back in action again, as latest reports state that the former Chelsea, PSG and Tottenham boss has taken on the head coach role of the USA men’s team, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup push. Mauricio Pochettino becomes the new USMNT manager, leading the US to World Cup 2026.After contacts with several managers, former Chelsea and …

US men's soccer team scores big-name coach Mauricio Pochettino
7 months, 2 weeks ago

US men's soccer team scores big-name coach Mauricio Pochettino

Salon  

In a surprising coup for U.S. men's soccer, which has struggled in recent international tournaments despite a generation of acclaimed talent, one of the world's best-known coaches has agreed to lead the national team through the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in North America. Mauricio Pochettino of Argentina, most recently the coach of Chelsea in the English Premier …

Mauricio Pochettino understands reason behind early struggles for Moises Caicedo
1 year, 3 months ago

Mauricio Pochettino understands reason behind early struggles for Moises Caicedo

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Mauricio Pochettino admitted Moises Caicedo’s international commitments with …

Chelsea choose Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager and are already discussing recruitment
1 year, 10 months ago

Chelsea choose Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager and are already discussing recruitment

Daily Mail  

Chelsea have decided on Mauricio Pochettino becoming their next manager Chelsea have settled on Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager for next season and are working with him on player recruitment, the only consideration now being when exactly to make the announcement. Chelsea have settled on former Tottenham coach Mauricio Pochettino has their new manager Toddy Boehly's side have been …

Mauricio Pochettino impresses in further talks over Chelsea job
1 year, 11 months ago

Mauricio Pochettino impresses in further talks over Chelsea job

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Chelsea have had further talks with Mauricio Pochettino …

Mauricio Pochettino proves there's little ill-feeling between him and Paris Saint Germain
2 years, 4 months ago

Mauricio Pochettino proves there's little ill-feeling between him and Paris Saint Germain

Daily Mail  

Former Paris Saint Germain manager Mauricio Pochettino took in Argentina's dramatic victory over Mexico at the Qatar World Cup alongside club president Nasser Al-Khelaifi - proving there remains little ill-feeling between the two parties. Posing for a picture alongside his son, Sebastiano, Jesus Perez - two members of his coaching staff at the Parisian club - and club president Al-Khelaifi, …

PSG coach Mauricio Pochettino is the latest in a long line of coaches to feel Lionel Messi's wrath
3 years, 6 months ago

PSG coach Mauricio Pochettino is the latest in a long line of coaches to feel Lionel Messi's wrath

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi waited over a month to make his home debut for Paris Saint-Germain and certainly didn't expect it to end with him being substituted as his team desperately chased a winner against Lyon. TAKING ON LUIS ENRIQUE AFTER NOT STARTING AT SOCIEDAD Messi's most famous rift with a coach was with Luis Enrique after he was benched for a …

Pochettino in Paris: ‘Back home, 18 years later. Welcome, captain’
4 years, 1 month ago

Pochettino in Paris: ‘Back home, 18 years later. Welcome, captain’

New York Times  

It probably wasn’t the reception Mauricio Pochettino was dreaming about. “Everyone was focused on Ronaldinho, but Mauricio was a big part of Fernandez’s vision for the squad,” says former Sunderland midfielder Lorik Cana, a youth player on the cusp of the PSG first team at that time. Pochettino in action for PSG as a player in 2003 “When I arrived, …

Mauricio Pochettino opens door to Sergio Ramos transfer to PSG
4 years, 2 months ago

Mauricio Pochettino opens door to Sergio Ramos transfer to PSG

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Mauricio Pochettino has opened the door to Sergio …

Technology helps absent PSG coach Pochettino coach from afar
4 years, 2 months ago

Technology helps absent PSG coach Pochettino coach from afar

Associated Press  

PARIS — If Paris Saint-Germain struggles to break down Montpellier in Friday night’s French league game, expect assistant coach Jesus Perez to start talking on the phone. It’s difficult to make the right changes, but luckily we could speak with him during the game,” Perez said Thursday during an online news conference, his comments translated from Spanish to French by …

Mauricio Pochettino promises a new 'footballing philosophy' at PSG
4 years, 2 months ago

Mauricio Pochettino promises a new 'footballing philosophy' at PSG

Daily Mail  

Paris Saint-Germain will develop a new footballing philosophy as they aim to win an eighth Ligue 1 title in nine years and their first Champions League crown, new coach Mauricio Pochettino said on Friday. Mauricio Pochettino is seeking his first win at PSG after drawing his first game at St Etienne PSG, who are still without Neymar because of an …

Mauricio Pochettino arrives for his first training session at PSG
4 years, 2 months ago

Mauricio Pochettino arrives for his first training session at PSG

Daily Mail  

Mauricio Pochettino looked ready to hit the ground running at Paris Saint-Germain as he arrived for training on Sunday morning after finally replacing Thomas Tuchel in charge of the French giants. The Argentine wore a mask as he was accompanied by his former assistant at Tottenham, Jesus Perez, to report for work at the French club's training ground. Mauricio Pochettino …

Just when WILL Mauricio Pochettino get a new job?
4 years, 7 months ago

Just when WILL Mauricio Pochettino get a new job?

Daily Mail  

Mauricio Pochettino might have relaxed in the sun this month safe in the knowledge that at least one of Europe's biggest clubs would soon come calling. Pochettino claiming it would be 'impossible' for him to manage Barcelona ruined his chances ODDS ON MAURICIO POCHETTINO'S NEXT CLUB 10/11 - Man Utd 9/5 - Real Madrid 10/3 - Juventus 9/2 - Barcelona …

Mauricio Pochettino hints at quick return to management after Tottenham exit
5 years, 3 months ago

Mauricio Pochettino hints at quick return to management after Tottenham exit

Daily Mail  

Mauricio Pochettino has hinted he could be interested in a quick return to management following his departure from Tottenham, admitting he is 'open' to listening to any projects put before him. Mauricio Pochettino has hinted he could be interested in a quick return to management Pochettino was sacked by Tottenham last month after a disappointing start to the season He …

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