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Pochettino Says He Misses Premier League, Open to Future Return

He remains focused on leading the United States into the 2026 home World Cup.

Overview

  • The USMNT coach told BBC Sport he is "missing" England's top flight and told talkSPORT a comeback "maybe" is possible.
  • Pochettino was appointed in September 2024 and is preparing the co-host nation for the 2026 tournament in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
  • He referenced unfinished ambitions from his Tottenham spell after reaching the 2019 Champions League final and pushing for league titles.
  • He described international management as challenging due to long breaks between camps and limited time to work with players.
  • His tenure has produced 11 wins from 20 matches, with defeats that have prompted criticism as expectations build before 2026.