Mauricio Pochettino

The latest Mauricio Pochettino news, USMNT updates and managerial developments. The Argentine coach is currently leading the United States national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while continuing to be linked with a potential return to Tottenham Hotspur – where he previously enjoyed a long and successful spell.

This page covers tactical insights, press conferences, squad selections and developments surrounding his managerial future.


Full name	Mauricio Roberto Pochettino
Nationality	Argentina
Position	Head coach
Date of Birth	2 March 1972
Current club	United States national team
Previous clubs managed	Espanyol, Southampton, Tottenham, PSG, Chelsea

News Publish date: 17. February 2026.

USMNT Abroad weekly round-up: Pulisic benched, Aaronson defeats Brady, Banks surges…

Americans abroad weekly recap as Pulisic, Robinson and McKennie chase form and fitness before the 2026 World Cup squad decision

USMNT defender Noahkai Banks of FC Augsburg

News Publish date: 17. February 2026.

Landon Donovan makes bold USMNT prediction: Noahkai Banks to start at 2026 World Cup

USMNT legend Donovan backs 19-year-old Noahkai Banks to feature in the World Cup starting lineup this summer

News Publish date: 13. February 2026.

USMNT legend Alexi Lalas: I remain unconcerned with Christian Pulisic

Alexi Lalas spoke about Christian Pulisic and his form heading into the World Cup amid recent struggles

News Publish date: 11. February 2026.

Thomas Frank sacked: Who are the candidates to replace him?

Tottenham have parted ways with Thomas Frank as relegation fears mount but now face a tricky situation over whether to hire a long-term coach now, or wait for their first choice in the summer

Transfers Publish date: 25. January 2026.

Josh Sargent transfer dilemma: USMNT striker rejects Premier League offers as World Cup clock ticks

USMNT forward has one week to secure move or risk missing 2026 World Cup plans

News Publish date: 12. January 2026.

USMNT forward undergoes surgery ahead of 2026 World Cup

The United States men’s national team have suffered a blow ahead of the 2026 World Cup