Pochettino Takes Over the Reins of USA Soccer

Former PSG and Tottenham Manager Appointed as Head Coach

The United States Soccer Federation (USSF) has announced the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino as the new head coach of the national team.

The former Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham Hotspur manager will take charge of the team with immediate effect and will lead them in the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

High Expectations for Pochettino

Pochettino is widely regarded as one of the most exciting and promising managers in world football. During his time at Tottenham, he guided the team to the Champions League final in 2019 and also won the EFL Cup in 2017.

He is known for his attacking style of play and his ability to get the best out of his players. The USSF will be hoping that he can bring his winning mentality and tactical acumen to the national team.

Replacing Gregg Berhalter

Pochettino replaces Gregg Berhalter, who was fired in December 2022 following a disappointing performance at the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar.

Berhalter had led the team to the knockout stages in Qatar, but their elimination in the Round of 16 to the Netherlands was seen as a failure by the USSF.

Ambitious Plans for the Future

The appointment of Pochettino is part of the USSF's ambitious plans for the future. The federation is aiming to make the United States a major force in world football and believes that Pochettino is the right man to lead them on that journey.

The USSF has set a goal of winning the FIFA World Cup 2026 and Pochettino will be tasked with achieving that objective.