Pochettino is certain he has time before the World Cup to change the United States

Mauricio Pochettino, the new head coach of the United States, stated that he has plenty time to get the team ready for the 2026 World Cup on home ground and that he is up to the challenge of putting his philosophy into practice to make the team competitive.

In less than two years, the club will compete in the finals, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The Argentine manager, who departed American-owned Premier League side Chelsea in May after just one season, has been tasked with taking the team to a worldwide platform.

The 52-year-old, who has coached Tottenham Hotspur and Paris St. Germain in the past, stated that despite the difficulties his team would encounter in following his strategies, American soccer fans should have faith that his team can win the title.

“Everyone believes there isn’t enough time to get ready and get to the World Cup in top shape. I just wanted to let you know that I’m on the other side. There is enough time, in my opinion,” Pochettino told reporters on Friday.

“I don’t want to give the player a reason to say, ‘We don’t have time to buy the new idea, the new philosophy,'” No, playing football is like this: you just have to press the appropriate button to begin playing.

“I believe the players have the ability to play in a different approach since they are so gifted and intelligent. We definitely have time. We have to have faith in our ability to succeed and know that we can win the World Cup in addition to a game.”

Since Gregg Berhalter was fired following his second tenure as head coach in July following the humiliating early exit of the United States from the Copa America on home soil, the team has been without a permanent coach.

“I dislike discussing topics of weakness. We have a lot of quality players, and we are constantly optimistic. Naturally, following the Copa America, there was a slight dip in confidence,” he remarked.

Pochettino declared that he will be playing offensive soccer. He repeated remarks made by Christian Pulisic, a midfielder for AC Milan, by saying he will work with the players to instill in them the mindset required to compete at the top level and to forge a sense of unity within the team.

The psychology we need to develop with the appropriate performance patterns will be our top priority. We must regain our self-assurance and begin acting as a unit.”” he continued.

It’s crucial to establish a relationship with the athletes so they know you’re invested in them. I believe you can obtain the best results for the players when they sense your concern.”

The four-time world cup champion U.S. women’s team set the bar high, and he pledged to meet it, saying he would attempt to emulate coach Emma Hayes, who led them to Olympic gold last month.

On October 12 in Austin, Texas, Pochettino will take charge of his debut match: a friendly versus Panama.