The US Men’s National Team is on fire. Another friendly, another victory: this time a 2-1 win against Paraguay that left a very different vibe than a few months ago. Pochettino, at the helm of the project, is finally seeing his team take shape and generate real confidence on the road to the FIFA World Cup 26™. 🏆
A team that finally feels like a team
After that tough 4-0 loss to Switzerland and the setback against South Korea, the outlook has completely changed. Today, after four consecutive matches without a loss, it’s clear there’s a solid foundation, a tactical identity, and a work ethic that’s producing very promising moments.
And the most incredible thing: this good performance came even without key players like Christian Pulisic, Tyler Adams, Chris Richards, Antonee Robinson, Malik Tillman, Tim Weah, or Weston McKennie. Despite the rotations, the United States played with character, pressed effectively, and deservedly secured the victory against Paraguay. 🧤🥅
An intense finish and an important lesson
The end of the match became heated with a tense moment between players from both teams. Pochettino, who tried to calm the situation, was very clear: these kinds of scenes don’t contribute anything. Fortunately, it all ended there, thanks also to the intervention of Paraguayan coach Gustavo Alfaro.
But the intensity of the match was precisely what the United States was looking for by choosing opponents like Paraguay and Uruguay in this international window: matches with a World Cup feel, to gauge character and true level.
A golden moment for Pochettino
This is, without a doubt, the best stretch of the Pochettino era so far. The team has gone four matches unbeaten, all against teams that have qualified for the 2026 World Cup. More than results, you see identity, you see structure, and you see a group that is beginning to believe in itself.
Pochettino’s message: “The team is the hero”
After the match, the Argentine coach sent a direct message to the American fans: “In every country, the national team is above any individual. We need our fans to follow and support the team. The team is the hero.”
Pochettino made it clear that the United States needs more connection, more energy, and more love for the jersey. He concluded by saying that the players feel, and need that energy from the stands. ⚽
Building an identity for 2026
The National Team wants to see a more engaged, louder, and prouder fanbase. The match against Uruguay will be another opportunity to demonstrate that the United States is ready to experience its own football boom. 🇺🇸
This is a call to action, and also a call to all young people and football fans to tell them that it’s their moment: let’s all get on board with Team USA!
If we want a strong team, we need strong fans. So join in, get excited, share, comment, and support!
❤️🤍💙 Let’s go together to the FIFA World Cup 26™! #TeamUSA
