Mauricio Pochettino sets sights on history with USMN.
Former Tottenham and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has pledged to “achieve something historic” as he takes the reins as head coach of the United States men’s national team.
The highly-anticipated appointment, confirmed on Tuesday night, sets the stage for an exciting new chapter in American soccer.
With the 2026 World Cup on home soil, Pochettino is eager to make a lasting impact.
The 52-year-old Argentine manager, fresh from his departure as Chelsea boss, brings a wealth of experience to the role.
Having previously led top-tier clubs like Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea, Pochettino is well-equipped to guide the USMNT to unprecedented success.
As the team battled to a 1-1 draw with New Zealand, Pochettino’s arrival injects a fresh wave of optimism.
With his sights firmly set on the 2026 World Cup, Pochettino is ready to write a new chapter in US soccer history.
“The decision to join U.S. Soccer wasn’t just about football for me; it’s about the journey that this team and this country are on.”
“The energy, the passion, and the hunger to achieve something truly historic here — those are the things that inspired me.
The opportunity to lead the U.S. Men’s National Team, in front of fans who are just as passionate as the players, is something I couldn’t pass up.
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“I see a group of players full of talent and potential, and together, we’re going to build something special that the whole nation can be proud of.”
The 2026 World Cup will be the biggest ever, with an expanded 48-team format taking place across three nations: the USA, Canada and Mexico.
The USMNT reached the last 16 at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar but haven’t been beyond the quarter-finals since the inaugural tournament in 1930, when they finished third.
Pochettino succeeds Gregg Berhalter, who was sacked in the wake of a group-stage exit at the Copa America in the summer, which they hosted.
“Mauricio is a serial winner with a deep passion for player development and a proven ability to build cohesive and competitive teams,” said U.S. Soccer Sporting Director Matt Crocker.
“His track record speaks for itself, and I am confident that he is the right choice to harness the immense potential within our talented squad.
We are thrilled to have Mauricio on board as we embark on this exciting journey to achieve success on the global stage.”
Pochettino is the second former Chelsea boss to join the United States set-up this summer following the appointment of Emma Hayes as manager of the women’s team.
After a brief, unrest stint at Chelsea, Mauricio Pochettino begins his new role as USMNT head coach.
The USA team, coming off a disappointing Copa America and recent losses to Canada (2-1) and a draw with New Zealand (1-1), looks to Pochettino for a fresh start ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
