Despite the fact that it was only an exhibition game, the atmosphere at Soldier Field in Chicago on Saturday was electric! The crowd, the vibes, the weather (most of the time) was amazing! While the USMNT (United States Men's National Team) did lose their send-off match against Germany, 2-1, you can feel it- 2026 home World Cup fever is finally here. … [Read more...] about USMNT, Pochettino Finally Feeling the 2026 World Cup Buzz
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USMNT Nowhere Near Ready for 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 World Cup will be like a box of Neapolitan ice cream- three distinct colors and flavors all side by side with one another. The United States of America will be co-hosting along with Canada and Mexico, but make no mistake about it, the USA is the true host nation. So it's very unfortunate that the United States Men's National Team, or USMNT, is in such a bad place … [Read more...] about USMNT Nowhere Near Ready for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino Rules Out Return to Tottenham Hotspur
Yesterday saw Tottenham Hotspur sack manager Ange Postecoglu, and with that, the coaching carousel speculation ramped up. Postecoglu led Tottenham to their first trophy in 17 years, but he also guided them to a 17th place finish, their worst ever of the Premier League era. Former Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino, now coaching the United States Men's National Team, has been linked … [Read more...] about Mauricio Pochettino Rules Out Return to Tottenham Hotspur
Former Chelsea Boss Mauricio Pochettino is a Massive Get for USMNT
On both the men's and the women's side, US Soccer now has a manager who last worked at Chelsea FC. According to multiple outlets, Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to become the next United States Men's National Team head coach. All that remains is an official announcement from the USMNT and/or USSF. With Emma Hayes having taken the USWNT last year, the Chelsea to United States … [Read more...] about Former Chelsea Boss Mauricio Pochettino is a Massive Get for USMNT
USMNT Should Pursue Klopp, Pep, Poch and Tuchel
The United States Men's National Team needs to make a change from Gregg Berhalter- that's obvious. Remember, Berhalter got the gig when his brother was the number three or number four person in the entire United States Soccer Federation hierarchy. That pretty much says it all as to why Berhalter got the gig, and why he was given that second chance to stay. But that has to be in … [Read more...] about USMNT Should Pursue Klopp, Pep, Poch and Tuchel
Pochettino, Southgate Ruled Out as Potential Ten Hag Successors
It is not official that Erik ten Hag will be staying put at Manchester United for next season, but it is looking likelier and likelier by the day. Yesterday we learned Thomas Tuchel was screened for the position, but ultimately it is not a good fit for either side. Today we learned that both Mauricio Pochettino (who has been linked with the club for what feels like forever) and … [Read more...] about Pochettino, Southgate Ruled Out as Potential Ten Hag Successors
Jurgen Klopp Rips Chelsea Ownership Over Mauricio Pochettino Sacking
Jurgen Klopp received his official send-off from Liverpool FC last night with a special event that provided the German to tell us all what he really thinks. Among the targets in his crosshairs were Chelsea's ownership group, specifically for their sacking of Mauricio Pochettino, which we'll focus on here. … [Read more...] about Jurgen Klopp Rips Chelsea Ownership Over Mauricio Pochettino Sacking
Mauricio Pochettino Suggests He Could Leave Chelsea This Summer
Chelsea co-owner and Clearlake Capital leader Todd Boehly gave manager Mauricio Pochettino a public vote of confidence this week during a Sportico event in Los Angeles. But will it end up being "a dreaded vote of confidence?" Pochettino is nearing the end of his first season in charge, and he has one more year left on his deal. Pochettino, during his Friday news conference … [Read more...] about Mauricio Pochettino Suggests He Could Leave Chelsea This Summer
Chelsea Team News at Sheffield: Chilwell, Sanchez, Colwill, James
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino is set to be without the services of as many as eight players when his side travels to Sheffield United. Defender Ben Chilwell (illness) and goalkeeper Robert Sanchez (unspecified, undisclosed injury) were not passed as fit to feature in the dramatic come from behind home over win Manchester United. We'll see what happens, but when you … [Read more...] about Chelsea Team News at Sheffield: Chilwell, Sanchez, Colwill, James
Pochettino Responds to Chelsea Fans Calling for His Sacking
We won't repeat what a group of angry Chelsea supporters were chanting about manager Mauricio Pochettino today, as this is a SFW, family friendly website. Let's just say that this ornery group of fans were calling for the ouster of Pochettino, on his birthday no less, and doing so in a NSFW expletive-laden way. They were doing the same for Owner Todd Boehly as well, and … [Read more...] about Pochettino Responds to Chelsea Fans Calling for His Sacking