All nine are starting caliber internationals and several were virtual shoo-ins to start under Gregg Berhalter (and Mikey Varas) in recent windows.[ USMNT: All-time stats, records | USMNT schedule | Strongest XI?

On the eve of his first match as USMNT coach, Mauricio Pochettino must balance his desire to win immediately with the lofty end goal of success at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Argentinian on his tactics, his adaptability and how both MLS and European-based players can play a role in his team

Of course, soccer is about to compete and to win. Our fans, for sure they want to win,” Pochettino said before his first two friendlies with the national team. “At the same time . . . we need to give time to the team to adapt to us.

A new era for the U.S. men's soccer team is set to begin, led by an Argentine coach expected to deliver big results at the 2026 World Cup on American soil. Mauricio Pochettino, a former manager for professional clubs Chelsea and Tottenham in England's Premier League,

The level of understanding that Mauricio Pochettino brings to the US soccer team would please the fans. The post Mauricio Pochettino Given No Room for Excuse With Emma Hayes' Benchmark Set Ahead of USMNT Debut appeared first on EssentiallySports.