US takes key step forward under Mauricio Pochettino as World Cup nears
The U.S. men's national soccer team is showing significant improvement under coach Mauricio Pochettino as the World Cup approaches. Following a challenging period marked by losses, the team secured a convincing 3-2 victory over Senegal, demonstrating confidence and execution of Pochettino's strategies. Players are adapting well to the coach's style, which emphasizes fluid movement and tactical flexibility.
- ▪The U.S. men's national team feels confident in its direction under coach Mauricio Pochettino.
- ▪A recent 3-2 win over Senegal showcased the team's improved performance and understanding of Pochettino's tactics.
- ▪Players like Sergiño Dest and Tim Ream highlighted the importance of adapting to the coach's style for success.
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Soccer US takes key step forward under Mauricio Pochettino as World Cup nears By Ethan Sears Published June 3, 2026, 8:58 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google FAYETTEVILLE, Ga. — Right on time for the most important competition in its history, the U.S. men’s national team feels like it knows exactly what it wants from coach Mauricio Pochettino, and how it can execute. See Also USMNT makes impressive statement before World Cup with friendly win over Senegal Putting his stamp on this group has been a long process for the Argentine manager. Things were at a low with consecutive losses to Panama and Canada in the CONCACAF Nations League in March 2025, and have been on a slow build back upward ever since.
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