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Berhalter credits Pochettino for cultural shift in U.S. team

ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:57 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Berhalter credits Pochettino for cultural shift in U.S. team
Summary

United States midfielder Sebastian Berhalter stated that manager Mauricio Pochettino has significantly influenced the team’s culture. Berhalter emphasized that Pochettino has fostered a mindset within the squad to not tolerate adversity. This cultural change is anticipated to impact the team's performance in upcoming competitions as they prepare for vital matches this summer.

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  • •Sebastian Berhalter comments on Pochettino's influence.
  • •Pochettino instills a mindset of resilience in the team.
  • •The U.S. team is preparing for summer competitions.
  • •Cultural changes aim to enhance team performance.
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  • 10:48 PMESPN Soccer — Berhalter says Poch taught U.S. 'what we're about'...
  • 10:14 PMYahoo Sports — USMNT star credits Mauricio Pochettino with ‘showing us what we're about’ after World Cup win
What they're saying
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United States midfielder Sebastian Berhalter said that one of the ways manager Mauricio Pochettino has changed the culture within the team is instilling a mindset where they don't "take s---."

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U.S. Men's National Team midfielder Sebastian Berhalter has discussed life under Mauricio Pochettino and how the Argentine coach has helped alter the team's mindset

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