USMNT Officially Announces The Hiring Of Mauricio Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as head coach of the USA men’s national team.

The ex-manager of Tottenham and Chelsea, who parted ways with the Blues by mutual agreement after the last season, will guide the USA during their home World Cup in 2026, which will take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

This will be Pochettino’s first international position, following a notable 15-year coaching career that includes stints with Espanyol, Southampton, and Paris Saint-Germain.

Pochettino replaces Gregg Berhalter, who was sacked after the USA failed to qualify from their group at this summer’s Copa America.

“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 – those are the things that inspired me. The opportunity to lead the U.S. Men’s National Team in front of fans who are just as passionate as the players is something I couldn’t pass up.

“I see a group of players full of talent and potential, and together, we’re going to build something special that the whole nation can be proud of.”

Pochettino’s first game in charge of the USA will be a home friendly against Panama in Austin, Texas, on October 12 before facing an away friendly in Mexico three days later.