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Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as the new head coach of Manchester United, succeeding Michael Carrick. Despite this significant career move, Pochettino will not immediately leave his role as head coach of the U.S. men’s national team (USMNT).
Transition period to include key Nations League matches
According to an official statement from U.S. Soccer, the Argentine manager will stay on to lead the USMNT in their upcoming CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal tie against Haiti. The two-legged encounter is scheduled for Novembre 14 and 17.
Following these fixtures, Pochettino will depart from his position with the USMNT, concluding a tenure that began in septembre 2024. During his time with the national team, the 54-year-old coach notably guided the squad to the round of 16 at the World Cup held on home soil earlier this year.
J.T. Batson, CEO and secretary general of U.S. Soccer, praised Pochettino’s impact on the organization. Batson highlighted that the coach’s leadership, professionalism, and dedication have left a profound influence on the team’s culture and development.
“Mauricio has left a lasting mark on U.S. Soccer through his leadership, professionalism and commitment to our players and culture,” Batson said. He emphasized that Pochettino and his staff not only delivered on-field success but also elevated operational standards and reinforced connections between the Youth National Teams and the senior squad.
These structural improvements, Batson noted, are now deeply embedded within the federation’s approach and will serve as a foundation for continued growth and achievement in international soccer.
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