Mauricio Pochettino Archives

11 Sep

Mauricio Pochettino Named United States Head Coach

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Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as head coach of the USA men’s national team. The former Tottenham and Chelsea boss – who left the Blues by mutual consent at the end of last season – will lead USA into their home World Cup in 2026, when the tournament will be played across the States, Canada and Mexico. This will be the first international role for Pochettino, 52, who has also managed Espanyol, Southampton and Paris Saint-Germain during his 15-year, distinguished coaching career. Pochettino replaces Gregg Berhalter, who was dismissed after USA failed to qualify from their group at this summer’s…

11 Mar

Chelsea Boss Mauricio Pochettino Would ‘Never’ Quit Struggling Blues

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Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has insisted he would “never” quit his job amid the club’s struggles this season. He was booed by some Blues fans, who also called for him to leave, during last weekend’s draw at Brentford. Chelsea have earned five points from the last 15 and go into Monday’s game against Newcastle United in 11th place. “The fans are not going to love any more another coach at Chelsea. I knew it was going to be tough [and] we need time and belief,” he said. “If you compare with the past when you are in a different project,…

08 Mar

Mauricio Pochettino: Chelsea’s Under-Pressure Boss UUnderstands Fans’ Frustrations

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Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino says he understands why fans were frustrated during Saturday’s draw at Brentford. The club are 11th in the Premier League, having won just 10 games this season, and the Argentine is under growing pressure at Stamford Bridge. “We need to accept the frustration,” Pochettino said on Thursday. During the 2-2 draw at Brentford, where a late Axel Disasi header rescued a point for the Blues, some fans chanted the name of former boss Jose Mourinho. “Maybe if I was a fan I’d be the same because we are not matching the expectation,” added Pochettino, who took…

19 Dec

EFL Cup: Mauricio Pochettino ‘Wants To Deliver’ Trophy For Chelsea

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Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has urged his Chelsea players to “fight” and be “aggressive” as he looks to mark his first season with a trophy. The Blues will secure a Carabao Cup semi-final if they defeat Newcastle in an all-Premier League tie on Tuesday. “We want to deliver for the club and for the fans,” said Pochettino, who took charge last summer “It’s a priority when you’re at Chelsea to win a title, it’s important so it’s in our mind and objectives.” Chelsea have struggled for consistency under Pochettino and sit 10th in the Premier League, 12 points off the…

01 Nov

Chelsea Fans Need To ‘Believe’ In The Process

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Mauricio Pochettino has called on Chelsea fans to "believe" in the process after a poor start to the season. Chelsea have won five of their opening 12 games across all competitions. "They need to be with us. I know it's difficult to keep your feelings and it's normal," Pochettino said. "The fans want to win and are frustrated and they show emotion but the message is to believe and to show trust in us, and for sure it's about the process of trusting and believing." Chelsea face Blackburn Rovers in the EFL Cup with both sides mid-table in their respective…

29 May

Chelsea Appoint Mauricio Pochettino As Head Coach

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Chelsea have announced Argentine trainer, Mauricio Pochettino as the club's new manager. In a statement released by the club, Pochettino signed a two-year deal with an option for another year. "The Argentine will begin his new role on 1 July 2023 on a two-year contract, with a club option of a further year." Per his contract, the former Paris Saint-German gaffer will officially assume the new role on June 1, 2023. 'The sporting team conducted a diligent and thoughtful process that the Board is proud of. We are delighted that Mauricio will be joining Chelsea. Mauricio is a world-class coach…