Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT farewell was inevitable but it hurts all the same: 'A big thank you from my heart'
· Sports · CBS Sports, ESPN
Mauricio Pochettino is set to step down as head coach of the U.S. men's national team to join Manchester United. The manager confirmed his departure at a training center in Atlanta, expressing gratitude for his time with the squad. Pochettino will oversee his final two matches with the USMNT during the upcoming Concacaf Nations League quarterfinal against Haiti. Although he signed a four-year contract in August, the agreement included a $10 million buyout clause that facilitated his exit. His move follows a period of interest from the Premier League club and his own previous departure from Chelsea.
Why it matters
Pochettino's departure leaves the USMNT searching for new leadership ahead of the World Cup, while Manchester United gains a manager with extensive Premier League experience.
Read the original report — CBS Sports
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