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How coach Mauricio Pochettino made believers out of the U.S. World Cup team
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Becky Sullivan
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Mauricio Pochettino has been hired as the head coach of the U.S. men's national soccer team to prepare for the 2026 World Cup. Despite his prestigious European background, he faces the significant challenge of transforming a struggling squad into a competitive international force.
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Reflects the U.S. effort to elevate its standing in global soccer ahead of hosting the 2026 World Cup.
IRVINE, Calif. — In 2024, Mauricio Pochettino was looking for a job.
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