Sports · November 12, 2026
USMNT players brace for Mauricio Pochettino's departure as Manchester United move draws closer
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Following the dismissal of Michael Carrick as manager of Manchester United, reports indicate that USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino is likely to depart for the Premier League club. While no official announcement has been made, USMNT players Folarin Balogun and Sebastian Berhalter addressed the situation during a media session in Fayetteville, Ga., ahead of their Nations League match against Haiti. The players expressed a desire for continuity, praising the identity and playing style established under Pochettino, who recently led the team to the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. Pochettino was observed training with the squad on Thursday despite the ongoing speculation.
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USMNT players brace for Mauricio Pochettino's departure as Manchester United move draws closer
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Mauricio Pochettino keeping USMNT in the dark over expected Manchester United exit
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Mauricio Pochettino was present at the U.S. Soccer National Training Center in Fayetteville, Ga., for training on Thursday.
- Manchester United has dismissed manager Michael Carrick.
- No official announcement regarding Pochettino's departure or hiring at Manchester United has been made.
- Folarin Balogun and Sebastian Berhalter spoke to reporters regarding the reports.
- The USMNT is preparing for a Nations League match against Haiti.
- Pochettino led the USMNT to the Round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup.
Reported by only some outlets
- Folarin Balogun stated that if he had a vote, he would keep things the way they are.
- Sebastian Berhalter noted that the players have not heard anything officially yet.
- Balogun's move to Everton was reportedly called off due to changing contract terms.
- Balogun is currently seeking consistent playing time at Monaco.
Confirmed
- Michael Carrick has been dismissed as Manchester United manager.
- Mauricio Pochettino is currently the USMNT head coach.
- The USMNT played in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup.
- Pochettino was at training in Fayetteville on Thursday.
Reported
- Pochettino's move to Manchester United is drawing closer. (Yahoo Sports)
- Pochettino is keeping players 'in the dark' about his plans. (New York Post)
- Folarin Balogun's move to Everton failed due to contract term changes. (CBS Sports)
Rumor
- Pochettino will take the Manchester United job. (Media headlines and online speculation cited by New York Post and CBS Sports)
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