Mauricio Pochettino: ‘No one sees the USA as a contender – but why not?’

In a recent interview, Mauricio Pochettino expressed his confidence in the US team's ability to compete strongly in the 2026 World Cup. Pochettino said: 'No one sees the USA as a contender, but why not? There's great potential in this team, and they're working hard to improve. I think they can be a surprise in the tournament.' This statement comes as the US team prepares for the 2026 World Cup, seeking to achieve positive results on home soil.