Tearful Mauricio Pochettino Claims USMNT Exit the ‘Most Difficult Decision’

First reported by Yahoo Sports at Thu 4:00 AM · 6 outlets in all

1. Sports Illustrated56mTearful Mauricio Pochettino Claims USMNT Exit the ‘Most Difficult Decision’Pochettino’s imminent move to Premier League giants Manchester United was confirmed on Friday—the fulfilment of a career dream the Argentine has held for many years.
2. Guardian1hTearful Pochettino says United job was ‘difficult to turn down’ in USMNT farewellCoach was ‘transparent’ in dealings with club, federationPochettino had signed deal to stay with US through 2030There were always going to be tears at Mauricio Pochettino’s news conference at US Soccer’s national training center on Friday. It was only a matter of when. Pochettino is famously emotional, and nobody in attendance had to wait long for the waterworks – they came during his introductory remarks, as he thanked the US Soccer executives flanking him for the opportunity to guide the US men. He grew emotional again as he addressed his impending departure for Manchester United, one…
3. Yahoo Sports1h“The most difficult decision” – Tearful Pochettino says goodbye to the US as he joins Man UtdIncoming Manchester United manager Mauricio Pochettino gave a tearful farewell to the US national team ahead of taking his new job.The Argentine coach will take charge at Old Trafford at the end of th...
4. ESPN1hTearful Pochettino on USMNT exit: Toughest decision of my careerMauricio Pochettino has left his position as United States men's national team coach to manage Manchester United, the U.S. Soccer Federation said Friday.
5. BBC Sport2hTearful Pochettino on 'difficult' decision to leave USA for Man UtdAn emotional Mauricio Pochettino broke down as he explained why he was leaving the USA to take the Manchester United job.
6. Forbes31hWhy Pochettino’s USMNT Exit Might Be Good For US SoccerPochettino's USMNT results weren't decisive as the enthusiasm around the team during the World Cup suggested. And second cycle national team managers typically struggle.