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Mauricio Pochettino

US loss can be a catalyst for improvement insists coach

FILE PHOTO: Jun 22, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; United States of America head coach Mauricio Pochettino during a press conference post game against Haiti during a group stage match of the 2025 Gold Cup at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images/ File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Jun 22, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; United States of America head coach Mauricio Pochettino during a press conference post game against Haiti during a group stage match of the 2025 Gold Cup at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images/ File Photo

US thrashed 5-2 by Belgium in reality check for World Cup hosts

The thrashing comes as a wake-up call just 75 days before the tournament for the Americans.
The thrashing comes as a wake-up call just 75 days before the tournament for the Americans.

No pressure? Mauricio Pochettino urges US co-hosts to ‘play free’ at World Cup

USA coach Mauricio Pochettino leads a training session with the team in Marietta, Georgia.
USA coach Mauricio Pochettino leads a training session with the team in Marietta, Georgia.

Gio Reyna picked for US squad as Mauricio Pochettino says World Cup roster still ‘open’

Mauricio Pochettino in the stands for the Champions League match between Atletico Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur, his former club.
Mauricio Pochettino in the stands for the Champions League match between Atletico Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur, his former club.

After PSG mauling in Champions League, Chelsea face another scramble to salvage their season

Soccer Football - UEFA Champions League - Round 16 - Second Leg - Chelsea v Paris St Germain - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - March 17, 2026 Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho looks dejected after the match Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge     TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
Soccer Football - UEFA Champions League - Round 16 - Second Leg - Chelsea v Paris St Germain - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - March 17, 2026 Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho looks dejected after the match Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge     TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

English Premier League teams are faster: Atletico Madrid’s Diego Simeone on Tottenham Hotspur clash

Atletico Madrid's Argentinian coach Diego Simeone giving a press conference on the eve of their Champions League last 16, first leg match against Tottenham Hotspur at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid on March 9, 2026.
Atletico Madrid's Argentinian coach Diego Simeone giving a press conference on the eve of their Champions League last 16, first leg match against Tottenham Hotspur at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid on March 9, 2026.

Michael Carrick praises Man United’s ‘diversity’ after Jim Ratcliffe’s immigrant rant

Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick with his players after a 2-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur on Feb 7.
Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick with his players after a 2-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur on Feb 7.

Tottenham Hotspur are not a big club, says former manager Ange Postecoglou

Ange Postecoglou holds the Europa League trophy during a lap of appreciation after the match. Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, Britain - May 25, 2025.  Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs/File Photo
Ange Postecoglou holds the Europa League trophy during a lap of appreciation after the match. Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, Britain - May 25, 2025.  Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs/File Photo

Jozy Altidore says World Cup will prove critics wrong as football aims to match Super Bowl buzz

Jul 17, 2021; Toronto, Ontario, USA; Toronto FC forward Jozy Altidore (17) celebrates after scoring a goal against Orlando City during the second half at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 17, 2021; Toronto, Ontario, USA; Toronto FC forward Jozy Altidore (17) celebrates after scoring a goal against Orlando City during the second half at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

US treating friendlies like World Cup matches as tournament nears - Pochettino

Jul 6, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino speaks to the media after the match against Mexico during the 2025 Gold Cup Final at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Jul 6, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino speaks to the media after the match against Mexico during the 2025 Gold Cup Final at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.