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Manchester United names USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino as its manager
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The clear picture
What happened
Manchester United has appointed Mauricio Pochettino as manager, ending his tenure as head coach of the United States men’s national team on November 13, 2026. Al Jazeera says Pochettino replaces Michael Carrick, who was dismissed after United’s poor start to the season.
Latest development
Pochettino’s departure from the U.S. men’s national team is now stated as completed, rather than an agreed move away from the role.
Why it matters
Manchester United changes manager after Carrick’s dismissal, while the U.S. men’s national team must fill its head-coach position.
Known / unclear
Coverage expanded from 2 to 3 attributed publishers.
The available accounts do not state Pochettino’s contract length, his first match in charge, or who will replace him with the U.S. team.
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Sources
Compiled from 3 independent publishers NPR · ABC News · Al Jazeera
NPR and ABC News focus on Pochettino leaving the U.S. role for Manchester United; Al Jazeera additionally identifies Carrick as the manager Pochettino replaces and links his dismissal to United’s start to the season.
What happens next
- Manchester United’s announcement of when Pochettino will take charge of the first team.
- The U.S. Soccer Federation’s decision on a successor to Pochettino.
- Manchester United’s explanation of Michael Carrick’s departure after the club’s poor start to the season.
Bottom line
Pochettino’s appointment simultaneously gives Manchester United a new manager and creates a leadership vacancy for the U.S. men’s national team.
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- Headline updated
Mauricio Pochettino is out as head coach of the U.S. men's national soccer team.
3 sources at this update - Headline updated
Mauricio Pochettino has been hired as Manchester United’s head coach, agreeing to leave his job with the U.S.
2 sources at this update - Development updated
Pochettino replaces Michael Carrick, who was sacked after United's disastrous start to the season.
2 sources at this update - First reported
Argentinian manager returns to club football after serving two years as the USA men's head coach.
2 sources at this update