In his final game with the United States men’s national soccer team, Mauricio Pochettino led the squad to a dominating 6-0 victory over Haiti in Miami. This match, held on November 15, 2026, served as Pochettino’s penultimate appearance in his role as head coach.
Pochettino, who recently signed a four-year contract with the U.S. team, will depart to take over as manager at Manchester United, following Michael Carrick’s exit. United reportedly paid a release clause close to £7.4 million to secure Pochettino’s services, along with additional fees for his coaching staff.
The match featured a strong second half for the U.S., including two goals from AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic. The performance has set a positive tone ahead of the team’s upcoming Nations League quarter-final second leg against Haiti.
Following the match, Pochettino commended his players for maintaining their focus amid the news of his departure. “I think we have an amazing future, brilliant future in this country with the national team,” he said. He highlighted the professionalism of the players, noting their ability to handle the situation maturely despite the challenges posed by speculation surrounding his coaching change.
Striker Folarin Balogun, who is currently with AS Monaco, came off the bench to score the sixth goal of the night. He expressed disappointment regarding Pochettino’s departure but emphasized the importance of building on the foundation laid during his tenure. “The manager is an amazing guy, an amazing coach. I wish him the best in United,” Balogun stated. He added that the team’s unity and intensity will remain crucial moving forward.
Pochettino’s first match with Manchester United is set for November 22, 2026, against Liverpool, marking a significant transition from his role with the national team to one in the Premier League.
