Pochettino’s Remarks After Leaving the USMNT
Pochettino leaves the United States national team and takes over as new Manchester United manager until 2029.
The Argentine Mauricio Pochettino will step down as United States head coach on November 18 to take charge of Manchester United, and said on Friday that leading the U.S. national team has been "one of the greatest honors" of his career.
Speaking to U.S. Soccer media after his change of role was confirmed, the 54-year-old coach from Murphy (Santa Fe province) expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to lead a national team.
"We are very grateful to the players for their commitment, to the fans for their faith and to the Federation for always supporting our staff and creating opportunities to influence the culture of soccer in this great country," Pochettino said.
The former Espanyol, Southampton, Tottenham and Chelsea coach also thanked the leadership "for their collaboration and the incredible working relationship" they have had since he took charge of the U.S. national team.
A successful cycle with the U.S. side
"There is tremendous talent in the U.S. national team, from the youth categories to the senior team, and that is one of the reasons why we have so much faith in the future of American soccer. They will always have a special place in our hearts and we will support the teams every time they step on the field," the Argentine said.
Pochettino, who had been in charge of United States since September 2024, has recorded 21 wins, twelve losses and two draws in 25 matches, and reached the final of the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup and the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup after securing the first knockout-stage victory since 2002, and with three wins he broke the national team record.
A new challenge at Old Trafford
Manchester United announced on Friday his appointment for the next two and a half seasons, until 2029, to replace Michael Carrick, who was dismissed this week. EFE
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