Inside Pochettino's first month in charge of USMNT: Mate cups, meetings and a chance encounter
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Mauricio Pochettino is building relationships with U.S. Soccer, setting expectations, and laying a foundation to elevate the team ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
The introduction of Argentine cultural practices like mate signifies the blending of heritage and professionalism as Pochettino aims to forge a cohesive team identity.
Though the first camp was intense, Pochettino has described it as relaxed overall, focusing less on tactics and more on establishing a foundational team philosophy.
Both victories and losses during the camp have highlighted the team’s potential and limitations, prompting Pochettino to assess the necessary work ahead for success.
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