Tim Weah believes Pochettino's spirit can boost USMNT at World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 10:53 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Tim Weah commented on the influence of head coach Mauricio Pochettino on the U.S. Men's National Team ahead of their first match in the FIFA World Cup. Weah stated that Pochettino brings a 'South American spirit' that enhances the team's aggressiveness. The USMNT will face Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on Friday. Weah emphasized the importance of respect for Paraguay, recalling their previous encounter where the USMNT secured a 2-1 victory. He also highlighted the significance of Black representation in soccer as part of his narrative.
- •Tim Weah enters his second FIFA World Cup with the USMNT.
- •USMNT will play Paraguay in their opening match on Friday.
- •Weah noted the team's potential aggressiveness under Pochettino.
- •USMNT previously beat Paraguay 2-1 in November.
- •Weah spoke on the importance of Black representation in soccer.
- 10:53 PMYahoo Sports — Tim Weah claims Mauricio Pochettino’s ‘South American spirit’ could help unlock USMNT ‘agression’
"Tim Weah has opened up on how he believes head coach Mauricio Pochettino's 'South American spirit' can help the U.S. Men's National Team at this summer's FIFA World Cup, while also addressing the importance of representation in soccer
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