The 2026 US men's soccer team
Chapter 1
The mastermind and his mission
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Chapter 2
The stars of the squad
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Chapter 3
Playing on home turf
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Chapter 4
The tactical shift
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YOUR GOAL
Master of The 2026 US men's soccer team
Ch 1 · The mastermind and his mission
Fun Fact
Pochettino's inspiration: He fell in love with soccer watching the 1978 World Cup in Argentina on his town's only color TV.
Glossary
mastermind (noun)
A person who plans and directs a complex, difficult, or highly clever project. In September 2024, Mauricio Pochettino was hired to lead the American squad toward the 2026 World Cup.
A person who plans and directs a complex, difficult, or highly clever project. In September 2024, Mauricio Pochettino was hired to lead the American squad toward the 2026 World Cup.
Quiz
Which major tournament disappointment in 2024 led to the coaching change for the USMNT?
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Which young USMNT prospect was a controversial omission from the 2026 World Cup roster?
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What year did Mauricio Pochettino watch his first World Cup, engraving his love for soccer?