Pochettino coaches final two USMNT matches before Manchester United exit

Pochettino will coach USMNT's final two Nations League matches against Haiti before joining Manchester United, replacing sacked Michael Carrick.

Mauricio Pochettino's tenure as USMNT head coach will end after two CONCACAF Nations League matches against Haiti. The Argentine manager, hired by U.S. Soccer in 2024, has accepted the Manchester United job following Michael Carrick's dismissal. Pochettino will return to the Premier League after previous spells at Southampton, Tottenham and Chelsea.

U.S. Soccer now faces the task of finding Pochettino's successor ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Potential candidates include Steve Cherundolo, currently overseeing the U-23s and former LAFC manager; Pep Guardiola, the free agent former Manchester City boss; and Roberto Martinez, who has managed Belgium and Portugal.

The Athletic reports Guardiola is a top target, though the federation previously approached Jurgen Klopp before hiring Pochettino.