Mauricio Pochettino: Winger Gio Reyna could be considered for midfield role in USMNT

Concerns Over U.S. Men’s National Team’s Midfield Options FAYETTEVILLE, Ga. — Coach Mauricio Pochettino faced questions on Tuesday regarding the limited selection of defensive midfielders in his 26-man World Cup roster. When he started naming players like Gio Reyna and Malik Tillman, there was a noticeable shift in the room. Reyna, usually a winger, is […]
Mauricio Pochettino challenges the story about USMNT World Cup exclusions

Pochettino Defends Email Notification for World Cup Roster Manager Mauricio Pochettino has responded to criticism regarding his choice to inform players via email about their exclusion from the U.S. roster for the 2026 World Cup in the United States. On Friday, members of the 55-man provisional U.S. squad received emails notifying them of their status […]
Mauricio Pochettino will face questions about the USMNT roster

This is precisely what U.S. Soccer had in mind. They needed a coach with exceptional credentials heading into a home World Cup where only the best would do. Mauricio Pochettino’s primary challenge in putting together his roster, which will be officially revealed Tuesday afternoon in New York, doesn’t carry the same weight as a major […]
Mauricio Pochettino eager to come back to the Premier League

Upcoming Focus for Mauricio Pochettino ATLANTA — Although Mauricio Pochettino is getting ready for his role with the U.S. men’s national team, his sights are firmly set on England. As he gears up for this summer’s World Cup in his home country, Pochettino announced he won’t be involved in the Premier League, stirring conversations about […]
Tottenham looking at USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino following Thomas Frank’s dismissal

Mauricio Pochettino’s Future: Eyes on the World Cup and Potential Return to Tottenham Mauricio Pochettino is currently focusing on the World Cup this summer. However, there’s speculation about whether he might return to London afterwards. If Tottenham has its way, that’s what they envision, although they might have to consider alternative options in the immediate […]
Mauricio Pochettino urges USMNT to concentrate on playing rather than on World Cup ticket costs

Pochettino Remains Unconcerned About World Cup Ticket Prices Mauricio Pochettino, head coach of the U.S. men’s national soccer team, seems reluctant to delve into one of the most hotly debated topics surrounding the upcoming World Cup: the steep ticket prices fans are facing. In a conference call on Thursday, he mentioned that the ticket price […]
Mauricio Pochettino believes the shift in the MLS schedule was a smart move.

MLS Changes Calendar to Align with European Season CHESTER, Pa. — During a press conference, manager Mauricio Pochettino clearly expressed his enthusiasm for Major League Soccer’s decision to alter its calendar to match the traditional European schedule. This change, taking place just before the US Men’s National Team faces Paraguay in suburban Philadelphia, was termed […]
USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino criticizes critics’ nonsense before the friendly match against Japan

Pochettino Defends US Men’s Team Amid Growing Criticism Mauricio Pochettino, head coach of the US men’s national soccer team, recently addressed the mounting criticism directed at his team. During a press conference on Monday, he expressed his discontent about the negativity surrounding the squad, specifically mentioning a term referred to as “Bug-T,” labeling such remarks […]
Mauricio Pochettino moving on from Christian Pulisic-USMNT issues

Pochettino Looks Ahead as USMNT Prepares for Friendly Against South Korea Mauricio Pochettino has moved past the summer drama involving Christian Pulisic as the US men’s national team gears up for a friendly against South Korea this Saturday. Speaking from a hotel ballroom in Morristown, New Jersey, Pochettino noted that the past is behind them […]
Billionaire Ken Griffin ‘significant part’ of USMNT’s Mauricio Pochettino hire

The U.S. men's soccer team finally has a new coach, but the hire was made in a way that mimicked a coaching change in college football. Mauricio Pochettino has been named the new head coach of the United States men's national team after being rumored for months to be the leading candidate for the job. […]