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Pochettino discusses challenges of rebuilding U.S. soccer team

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 10:42 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Pochettino discusses challenges of rebuilding U.S. soccer team

Summary

Mauricio Pochettino addressed the difficulties of rebuilding the U.S. soccer team ahead of their home World Cup. He expressed surprise at the level of complacency in the program and the challenges in motivating the players. After back-to-back victories over Paraguay and Australia, the U.S. stands at the top of their group. Pochettino emphasized a culture shift within the team, which he believes is essential for future success. The U.S. will conclude group play against Turkey, aiming for a strong finish in the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Pochettino took over the U.S. team nearly two years ago.
•U.S. won its first two matches of the World Cup by 6-1 combined.
•Team will face Turkey in the final group match.
•Pochettino sees a need for a cultural shift in the squad.
•U.S. aims for its best World Cup finish since 1930.

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10:42 PMYahoo Sports — Mauricio Pochettino says rebuilding US team is tougher than he imagined, but he's making progress

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Mauricio Pochettino's office during the World Cup has a terracotta-tiled terrace with a spectacular view of an iconic Orange County beach and a vast stretch of the Pacific. Surfers are constantly bobbing at the popular break below the clifftop hotel in which the coach and his U.S. team have spent the past few weeks. “It’s a little bit boring, no?” Pochettino said with a bemused grin.
— Yahoo Sportsby GREG BEACHAM

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