Pochettino Deserves to Stay as USMNT Rebuilds After Shocking Exit

Mauricio Pochettino’s USMNT era ended the 2026 World Cup with a 4–1 defeat to Belgium, but advocates argue he should remain in charge. His South American–flavored, aggressive style energized the team and created a new identity, and the federation has shown interest in extending his contract through 2030. Balogun’s controversial red-card issue and the knockout exit sparked questions, but the piece contends the loss wasn’t solely on the coach and that the program should press on with Pochettino at the helm.