The Argentine took the reins of the team and will face the 2026 World Cup, which the North American country is organizing together with Mexico and Canada.
Argentine Mauricio Pochettino was officially named the new coach of the United States National Team and will be in charge of leading the team in the 2026 World Cup, which the Americans will host alongside Mexico and Canada.
The United States Soccer Federation announced his signing on social media. In a short video, the former Chelsea and Tottenham player invited the public to the match against Panama.
In addition, the body that regulates American soccer highlighted the arrival of the Argentine: “He is an experienced and highly respected manager, having enjoyed successful spells with a number of top European clubs including Tottenham Hotspur, Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea.”
“Known for building teams with dynamic styles of play, he will now take the helm of the USMNT, bringing his extensive experience and tactical acumen to lead the team to the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil.”the statement added.
They also highlighted that “Mauricio is a serial winner with a deep passion for player development and a proven ability to build cohesive and competitive teams.”.
“His track record speaks for itself, and I am confident he is the right choice to harness the immense potential within our talented team. We are delighted to have Mauricio on board as we We embark on this exciting journey to achieve success on the global stage”said Matt Crocker, US Soccer’s sporting director.
