Coach of the United States national team at the 2026 World Cup, praised for collective team performance.
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The Namibian
Mauricio Pochettino said he is proud about the team and the way they earned the victory
“"I'm feeling so proud about the team. Very proud," said Pochettino.”
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Coach Mauricio Pochettino vowed would not derail World Cup co-hosts' considerable momentum
“A heavily changed United States lost 3-2 to Turkey on Thursday in an action-packed dead-rubber clash that coach Mauricio Pochettino vowed would not derail the World Cup co-hosts' considerable momentum.”
US lose 3-2 to Turkey after last gasp strikeThe Namibian
USA coach Mauricio Pochettino said it was unnecessary to take a risk with certain players
“USA coach Mauricio Pochettino is expected to rest a number of players saying it was "unnecessary to take a risk" with Chris Richards, Antonee Robinson, Tyler Adams and Folarin Balogun, who are facing suspension if they collect another yellow card.”
Ecuador upset Germany to reach World Cup last 32 as Curacao eliminatedThe Namibian
Mauricio Pochettino managed the USA to a 2-0 victory over Australia
“A Cameron Burgess own goal in the 11th minute and a headed effort from Alex Freeman two minutes before half-time sealed a comfortable win for Mauricio Pochettino's side, who have advanced to the second phase of the tournament with a game to spare.”
Brazil romp, Scotland stumbleThe Namibian
Mauricio Pochettino managed USA to 2-0 victory over Australia
“A Cameron Burgess own goal in the 11th minute and a headed effort from Alex Freeman two minutes before half-time sealed a comfortable win for Mauricio Pochettino's side, who have advanced to the second phase of the tournament with a game to spare.”
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Mauricio Pochettino was managing USA team
“That result has left Mauricio Pochettino's USA team brimming with confidence and the country getting behind them as they prepare for the showdown with the Socceroos in the Pacific Northwest.”
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Mauricio Pochettino refused to single out any individual player for praise after World Cup opening win
“United States coach Mauricio Pochettino refused to single out any individual player for praise following the co-hosts' dream World Cup opening win, insisting the 4-1 victory on Friday over Paraguay was a collective effort.”
Pochettino hails entire squad after World Cup opening winThe Namibian
Mauricio Pochettino picked a close-to-first-choice lineup for the warm-up game against Germany
“Having dispatched Senegal 3-2 last weekend, US coach Mauricio Pochettino picked a close-to-first-choice lineup.”
Germany beat US 2-1 in co hosts’ final World Cup warmupInformanté
Mauricio Pochettino coaches United States at 2026 World Cup
“Coached by Mauricio Pochettino, the Americans will once again benefit from home support during the tournament.”
Host nations joined by Curaçao, Haiti and Panama at 2026 FIFA World CupThe Namibian
Mauricio Pochettino has had results underwhelming with USA
“The Argentine has at times clashed with local media, while results have been underwhelming.”
World Cup glory attracts superstar coaches into international battleSpain won the 48-team World Cup, beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday with a goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute. Spain's defensive strength—conceding only once in the tournament—and captain Rodri's play earned him player of the tournament honours over attacking superstars like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Spain won the 48-team World Cup, beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday with a goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute. Spain's defensive strength—conceding only once in the tournament—and captain Rodri's play earned him player of the tournament honours over attacking superstars like Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe.
20 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Belgium beat the United States 4-1 in a World Cup last-16 match at Seattle's Lumen Field, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring twice and Romelu Lukaku adding a goal. The result ended USA's hopes of reaching a first World Cup quarter-final in 24 years and set up a quarter-final between Belgium and Spain.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Folarin Balogun scored at half-time but was sent off after a clash with Bosnia's Tarik Muharemovic, with Malik Tillman later adding a free-kick goal as the United States reached the World Cup last 16 with a 2-0 victory.
2 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The United States, already qualified as Group D winners, fell 3–2 to Turkey on Thursday in Los Angeles, with Kaan Ayhan scoring in stoppage time. Coach Mauricio Pochettino made nine lineup changes ahead of the knockout stage, saying he prioritized squad rotation over extending their unbeaten run.
26 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Ecuador upset Germany 2-1 to qualify for the World Cup last 32, with Gonzalo Plata scoring the winning goal in the 77th minute. Ivory Coast beat Curacao 2-0 to finish second in Group E, eliminating the tournament's smallest country by population.
26 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Brazil defeated Haiti 3-0 in a World Cup Group C match to eliminate the Caribbean nation from contention, with goals from Matheus Cunha (two) and Vinicius Junior, though Brazil's Raphinha suffered an apparent injury. Morocco won their first tournament game, defeating Scotland 1-0 with a goal from Ismael Saibari in the second minute.
20 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The United States defeated Australia 2-0 in a Group D match, advancing to the last 32 of the World Cup with a game to spare. A Cameron Burgess own goal and an Alex Freeman header secured the victory for Mauricio Pochettino's side.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The United States and Australia will compete in Group D on Friday in Seattle, with the winner advancing to the knockout rounds. The USA defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their opening match, while Australia upset Turkey 2-0, leaving both teams in confident form ahead of their clash.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
United States coach Mauricio Pochettino praised the collective performance following the US's 4-1 World Cup opening victory over Paraguay in Los Angeles, with Folarin Balogun scoring twice and Gio Reyna adding a late goal plus an own goal.
13 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Kai Havertz and Leroy Sane scored as Germany defeated the United States 2-1 in Chicago on Saturday in both teams' final World Cup warm-up game before the tournament began. Despite the loss, the US mounted a promising performance with chances to equalize, including a notable strike by Antonee Robinson from outside the box.
7 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Six teams from CONCACAF have secured places at the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup: co-hosts Canada, Mexico, and the United States, plus Curaçao, Haiti, and Panama. The tournament will be held from 11 June to 19 July 2026 and will be the first World Cup to feature 48 teams and be hosted by three countries.
6 June 2026 · Informanté →
The 2026 World Cup has attracted leading coaches to international positions, including Thomas Tuchel to England and Carlo Ancelotti to Brazil, reversing international football's typical struggles to compete with club football for top talent.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Chelsea appointed Xabi Alonso as manager on a four-year contract starting July 1, 2026. Alonso, who guided Bayer Leverkusen to an unbeaten double in 2023/24, left Real Madrid after seven months and takes over a club that has spent over one billion pounds on players since 2022 but won no domestic trophy in eight seasons.
17 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Tottenham have appointed Roberto De Zerbi as manager on a five-year deal as they fight to avoid relegation from the Premier League for the first time in nearly 50 years, sitting just one point outside the drop zone with seven games remaining. De Zerbi, former Brighton and Marseille boss, replaces interim manager Igor Tudor, though some Tottenham fan groups have objected to his appointment citing his perceived support for Mason Greenwood.
1 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Atletico Madrid dominated a mistake-filled Tottenham to win 5-2 in their Champions League last 16 first leg at the Metropolitano stadium. Goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky's early errors contributed to Atletico scoring four goals in 22 minutes, though Tottenham salvaged two goals to give themselves hope for the second leg.
11 March 2026 · The Namibian →