Pochettino Appointed Manchester United Head Coach, Departs U.S. National Team
Mauricio Pochettino has been appointed as the head coach of Manchester United, leaving his position with the U.S. national team to take on the task of revitalizing the English soccer club.
Wichita Falls & Lawton, TX, November 13, 2026 — Mauricio Pochettino has officially been appointed as the new head coach of Manchester United, a prominent English soccer club. This significant move sees Pochettino departing from his role with the U.S. national team.
The appointment signals a new chapter for Manchester United, with Pochettino tasked with the objective of revitalizing the club. The specifics of his contract, including its duration and financial terms, were not immediately disclosed. Similarly, the precise date of his commencement in the new role and the details surrounding his departure from the U.S. national team were not provided in the initial announcement.
Pochettino’s previous experience includes managing several European football clubs, where he has a track record of guiding teams. His mandate at Manchester United is centered on enhancing the team’s performance and strategic direction. The club has been seeking to achieve renewed success, and the appointment of Pochettino is seen as a key step in that endeavor.
The U.S. national team will now need to identify a successor to fill the vacancy left by Pochettino. Further details regarding the transition and the future coaching staff for both Manchester United and the U.S. national team are anticipated to be released in the coming weeks. The exact scope and timeline for the revitalization efforts at Manchester United remain to be seen as the club prepares for upcoming competitions under its new leadership.
Story summarized from the original created by JAMES ROBSON and RONALD BLUM, Associated Press on www.texomashomepage.com, see more information here.
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