USMNT players reveal what ‘strict’ but ‘loving’ Pochettino is like behind the scenes

C Carlos Mendez March 26, 2026 1 min read

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In one of the most significant international football stories of the week, In one of the most significant international football stories of the week, The USMNT used to be "inmates running the asylum," players tell ESPN, but Pochettino has transformed the culture ahead of the World Cup. This deserves the comprehensive treatment we provide below.

Original source: Full reporting on this story is available at ESPN. This article summarises key facts from that report and adds context about international football.

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Carlos Mendez

Carlos Mendez covers La Liga and Spanish football for Football Insider. Reporting from Madrid, Carlos provides daily news, match analysis, and transfer updates from Spain's top division.

Carlos Mendez

Carlos Mendez covers La Liga and Spanish football for Football Insider. Reporting from Madrid, Carlos provides daily news, match analysis, and transfer updates from Spain's top division.

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