He suddenly stopped talking... This is what Pochettino did the moment he said goodbye to the American national team
The Argentine coach leaves the US national team before his contract expires in 2030
Quick Look
Manchester United reached an agreement with the US Football Association that allows Argentine coach Mauricio Pochettino to leave coaching the American national team and lead the English club, and to begin his duties on November 18 after the end of the current international break, amid clear emotional impact from the coach during a press conference.
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Why It Matters
Pochettino was scheduled to continue in his position as coach of the US national team until 2030, before his departure was approved. Pochettino spent more than two years coaching the US national team, leading it to 21 wins, 12 defeats and two draws.
Manchester United reached an agreement with the US Football Association on Friday, allowing Argentine coach Mauricio Pochettino to leave the American national team and lead the English club.
Pochettino was scheduled to continue in his position as coach of the US national team until 2030, before his departure was approved.
Mauricio Pochettino will begin his duties with Manchester United on November 18, after the end of the current international break.
In a press conference prior to the US team's match with Haiti, the Argentine coach appeared very emotional.
Pochettino could not control himself when he spoke about farewell to the American team, as he suddenly stopped speaking to reporters and shed tears.
Mauricio Pochettino said: "It is very difficult to speak now. I am very emotional. It is certainly a sad decision. There is no doubt that it is the most difficult decision in my coaching career, but we are professionals and we always have to find alternative solutions to achieve our dreams."
He added: "I signed a contract with the American Federation for additional years, but the opportunity to coach Manchester United cannot be rejected."
He continued: "I would like to thank the crew and players for the past two years. I was really happy to participate in this wonderful project. We were very excited to participate in the project and we really believed in it."
Pochettino spent more than two years coaching the American national team, and led it to achieve 21 wins, 12 defeats and two draws.
Open Questions
- What is the value of the release clause or financial compensation that Manchester United paid to the American Football Association in exchange for terminating Pochettino’s contract early?
- Who will succeed Pochettino as coach of the US national team, temporarily or permanently?
- How long is Pochettino's contract with Manchester United?







