Argentine coach Mauricio Pochettino, who will leave the United States football team on November 18th to guide Manchester United, said today that leading the Americans was “one of the greatest honors” of his career.
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13/11/2026
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ANDm statements released by the us football federation, after the change of functions was made official, the 54-year-old technician expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to have commanded that 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 technical team and creating opportunities to influence the football culture in this great country,” Pochettino said.
The former coach of Espanyol, Southampton, Tottenham, PSG and Chelsea also thanked the leaders “for their collaboration and for the incredible working relationship” maintained since taking the position of selector.
“There is a tremendous talent in the U.S. national team, from the training levels to the main team, and that is one of the reasons why we have so much faith in the future of football in the United States. They will always have a special place in our hearts and we will support the teams whenever they enter the field ", pointed the Argentine technician.
In command of the U.S. national team since September 2024, Pochettino accumulated 21 victories, 12 defeats and two draws, in 35 matches, reaching the CONCACAF Gold Cup final of 2025 and the eighth finals of the 2026 World Cup, winning the first victory of the U.S. national team in a phase to be eliminated since 2002 and the record of three triumphs.
Manchester United announced today the hiring of Mauricio Pochettino for the next two and a half seasons by 2029, succeeding Michael Carrick, who was relieved of office this week.