Pochettino: USA can dream big and contend for the World Cup

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US head coach Mauricio Pochettino discusses turning hosting World Cup 2026 into a catalyst for football development, building a shared culture across MLS and colleges, emphasising patience and competition over comfort, and leading with performance-based, empathetic leadership while navigating external pressures and the politics around the sport.
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