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Mauricio Pochettino, 52, Named USMNT Head Coach Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Sep 10, 2024, 10:38 PM

Mauricio Pochettino has been officially named the head coach of the U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT). The 52-year-old former manager of Tottenham Hotspur, Paris Saint-Germain, and Chelsea brings a wealth of experience to the role. Pochettino's appointment comes 21 months before the United States hosts the 2026 World Cup. His tenure will begin with a friendly match against Panama on October 12. The decision to hire Pochettino was supported by a philanthropic leadership gift from Kenneth C. Griffin, with additional support from Scott Goodwin and several commercial partners. Pochettino expressed his excitement about the journey and the potential to achieve something historic with the team.