USMNT Players Express Desire for Pochettino to Stay Amid Departure Rumors
USMNT players have expressed their desire for head coach Mauricio Pochettino to stay, despite reports that he is finalizing a deal to take charge at Manchester United. Pochettino is expected to lead the team in upcoming games against Haiti before departing.
🏀NBA & WNBAPhoto: The Athletic
Key points
- Pochettino is expected to leave the USMNT to take charge at Manchester United
- USMNT players have expressed their desire for Pochettino to stay
- Pochettino has had a significant impact on the team's playing style and development
USMNT players have spoken out about their desire for head coach Mauricio Pochettino to stay, amid reports that he is leaving to take charge at Manchester United.
Striker Folarin Balogun stated that he would like to keep things the way they are, citing the team's clear sense of identity and playing style under Pochettino.
Impact on the Team
Midfielder Sebastian Berhalter praised Pochettino's impact on the team, saying that he has created a great foundation and base for the team, and that he has helped him develop as a player and person.
Balogun also echoed this praise, noting that Pochettino has raised the standard of the team and changed their way of thinking as players.
What to watch next: The USMNT's upcoming games against Haiti, which will likely be Pochettino's last games in charge.
Source The Athletic — nytimes.com/athletic/7776304/2026/11/12/usmnt-players-pochettino-ba… ↗
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