Mauricio Pochettino’s USMNT legacy: Belief or doubt?

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According to The Guardian, Mauricio Pochettino, who took charge of the USMNT following a poor performance at the 2024 Copa América, began his tenure with the mantra of believing they could win the World Cup. However, Pablo Iglesias Maurer writes that Pochettino's actions did not always align with his inspirational rhetoric. Constant rumors regarding his interest in returning to the Premier League, culminating in his acceptance of the Manchester United job, left fans and observers with the impression that he was never fully committed to the US project. While the 4-1 victory over Paraguay in the World Cup was a high point, a heavy 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the round of 16 marked a traumatic low. When asked about his legacy, Pochettino emphasized human relationships and values, yet many observers feel he left the US soccer program with unfinished business regarding long-term growth and genuine belief.