Mauricio Pochettino named as the fresh manager for the United States Men's National Soccer Team.
Whispers about the 52-year-old spearheading the American males' efforts have been rampant for quite some time.
As declared by US Soccer's sporting director Matt Crocker, "Mauricio possesses a history of triumphs, boasting a fervent love for player advancement and a demonstrated talent in shaping harmonious and formidable squads. His accomplishments don't need words; I have full faith that he's the perfect fit to unleash the immense abilities within our talented pool. We're overjoyed to have Mauricio onboard for this thrilling adventure towards global triumph."
Regrettably, Pochettino did not lead the USMNT against New Zealand in a friendly on Tuesday night.
As per TNT's report, Pochettino hadn't yet stepped foot in the US.
The financial specifics of the contract were kept under wraps by US Soccer.
Pochettino's acquisition represents a major coup for the US and will introduce a wealth of high-level coaching expertise to the team.
The argentine most recently directed Chelsea in the Premier League and steered the team to a sixth-place finish last season.
Moreover, Pochettino served as the head coach for Tottenham Hotspur and Paris Saint-Germain, where he steered PSG to a Ligue 1 championship.
This marks his inaugural step into international management, and he will be charged with guiding the US team during the World Cup on home soil in 2026.
Pochettino joins the US after the previous head coach, Gregg Berhalter, was let go following a dismal Copa América exit in July.
It is predicted that Pochettino would be on the sidelines for the USMNT match versus Panama on October 12.
Mauricio Pochettino's coaching expertise, honed from managing teams like Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain, will significantly enhance the US team's sporting prowess. With Pochettino at the helm, the American athletes can look forward to honing their skills in preparation for the 2026 World Cup.
