Mauricio Pocetino has taken over the position of federal coach in the US national team and argued that there is pressure on his side Donald Trump to conquer the 2026 World Cup.
Donald Trump recently met with FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Mauricio Pocetino He said in an interview with the British newspaper “Telegraph” that he heard him ask if the US can conquer the trophy at Mundial of 2026, which will take place in Canada, USA and Mexico.
The Argentine technician stressed that he asked the wrong man, arguing that the Italian factor does not even know 3-4 players in his team, but claimed that he would answer a corresponding question affirmatively. “I would say to him, with you, Mr. President and the world, yes we can.”
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Pochetino’s statements
“I was listening to a conversation between Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino, whom the president asked if the US could win the World Cup.
The Americans, in sports, are not just about participating, this is the culture of a nation whose mentality is always to win. However, for me it could be a positive pressure, at least we will feel the adrenaline we need. “
For football and life in the US: “It is exciting for many reasons, not only for the racing, which is obviously the master, but also because I experience a different culture with young people. The US has always been a mysterious country for me, so I heard and discussed their offer. “