Following two defeats in the Concacaf Nations League, U.S. manager Mauricio Pochettino remains hopeful about his team's chances leading up to the 2026 World Cup. After losing 1-0 to Panama and 2-1 to Canada, Pochettino acknowledged the urgent need for improvement but emphasized there's still time to rectify the team's course. With only the Gold Cup and four international windows before the World Cup, he reiterated the importance of maintaining a positive outlook among fans and players. He believes in the team's potential despite recent setbacks, urging fans not to be pessimistic about the future.
It's better [to lose] now because I think we have time... if we will be in this situation in one year time, for sure. I will tell you, 'Houston, we have a problem.'
I understand the disappointment... but I'm not going to allow [us] to feel pessimistic, because I think we have good players.
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