Pochettino states U.S. can win World Cup without top-ranked players
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 1:21 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
United States men's national team coach Mauricio Pochettino expressed confidence in his team's potential to win the World Cup. Pochettino noted that the U.S. does not currently have players ranked among the top 100 but believes in their capabilities. This statement comes as the team prepares for upcoming matches in the World Cup. The assessment reflects Pochettino’s broader vision for the team's development and competitiveness on the world stage.
- •Pochettino is the head coach of the U.S. men's national team.
- •He believes the team can win the World Cup.
- •Currently, no U.S. players are in the top 100 rankings.
- •The team is preparing for their World Cup journey.
- 2:52 PMESPN — Poch: U.S. can win WC despite no top 100 players
"United States men's national team coach Mauricio Pochettino said his team can win the World Cup despite not having any players ranked among the top 100.
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