Mauricio Pochettino Named USMNT Head Coach Ahead of 2026 World Cup

The former Tottenham and Chelsea manager takes over from Gregg Berhalter, aiming to elevate the U.S. men's soccer team.

Pochettino's appointment marks him as the first foreign-born USMNT coach since Jurgen Klinsmann.
The Argentine coach brings experience from top clubs like Tottenham, PSG, and Chelsea.
Pochettino aims to build a cohesive team and develop young talents such as Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie.
His hiring follows a disappointing Copa América performance and a desire for a fresh direction within U.S. Soccer.
The USSF secured financial backing from key donors to support Pochettino's salary and ambitions.