USA World Cup 2026: Pochettino's No-Top-100 Gamble
Mauricio Pochettino admits no USMNT players rank among world's top 100, as co-hosts face tactical flux and fan pressure before 2026 World Cup.
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Mauricio Pochettino admits no USMNT players rank among world's top 100, as co-hosts face tactical flux and fan pressure before 2026 World Cup.
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Javier Zanetti addresses Mastantuono's World Cup snub, promising the youngster future chances, while previewing the Champions League final.
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Chelsea will demand around £120m ($161m) if Enzo Fernández pushes for a summer transfer, according to sources. The Argentine midfielder's future is in doubt.
Mauricio Pochettino has held initial talks with AC Milan, raising questions about his future with the USMNT ahead of the World Cup starting June 11.
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Argentina's World Cup squad sees minimal changes from their Qatar 2022 triumph, with Messi leading a seasoned group as Scaloni banks on continuity and
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Brazilian forward Eduardo Conceiçao has been suspended four months by Conmebol for mimicking a monkey to protest alleged racism; the CBF has appealed.
Mauricio Pochettino has held initial talks with AC Milan about their managerial vacancy, though his focus stays on the 2026 World Cup with the United States.
Lionel Messi is set to make history by competing in a record sixth World Cup as Argentina defends its title this summer in North America.
Tottenham are closing in on free transfers for Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson, as CEO Venkatesham admits squad lacks balance and leadership.
Matias Fernandez-Pardo opts for Belgium over Spain after talks with coach Rudi Garcia and sporting director Vincent Mannaert, citing his Belgian mentality.
Henry Pollock uses his Test omission 'hurt' from the 2025 Lions tour of Australia as motivation to secure a key role for the 2029 New Zealand series.