- Mauricio Pochettino delivered a tearful farewell after leading the U.S. men (including three wins at the 2026 World Cup); USSF officials praised his impact and called his departure “very difficult.”
- Manchester United moved quickly, triggered his release clause and hired him to start Nov. 18 — Pochettino will still coach the U.S. for two matches (vs. Haiti in Miami and the return in Cincinnati).
- USSF says the buyout money will help fund his replacement; U-23 coach Steve Cherundolo will run December camp and the year‑end friendly.
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