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Mauricio Pochettino discusses support from Donald Trump during 2026 World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 9:27 AM

Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Mauricio Pochettino discusses support from Donald Trump during 2026 World Cup

Summary

USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino recently spoke about his experiences with Donald Trump during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Pochettino described the President as very supportive of the national team throughout the tournament. This interaction included direct communication from the President to the team in the locker room before matches. One specific instance of this involvement involved Trump speaking with FIFA President Gianni Infantino regarding a red card issued to Folarin Balogun. Although that intervention drew criticism from various segments of the football community, Pochettino characterized the President's actions as consistent encouragement for the squad. Pochettino continues to lead the USMNT as the program moves forward from the tournament.

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Key Details

•Mauricio Pochettino described Donald Trump as very supportive during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
•The President held conversations with the USMNT head coach directly in the locker room.
•Donald Trump intervened with Gianni Infantino to address Folarin Balogun's red card suspension.
•Pochettino publicly referred to Donald Trump as our President in his capacity as USMNT head coach.

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9:27 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Our President…’ Mauricio Pochettino reflects on ‘very supportive’ conversation with Donald Trump

What they're saying

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Mauricio Pochettino gave his thoughts on Donald Trump and how interacting with the President of the United States was as an experience. Trump was a very involved figure during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, going out of his way to help the USMNT at the tournament.
— Yahoo Sports

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