Pochettino marks debut as US coach with victory

Former Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur boss has marked his debut as a national team coach with a win.

Pochettino who began his managerial career at Espanyol where he spent the biggest part of his career as a player, now manages the US national team.

Pochettino led the United States to a 2-0 win over Panama in Austin, Texas.

AC Milan midfielder Yunus Musah opened the scoring early in the second half before a late goal from PSV striker Ricardo Pepi sealed the victory.

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“After a few days training with the team, I think it’s amazing the way that we were focused and concentrated and tried to follow the plan,” the Argentine gaffer said.

“It was a professional performance. It’s the basis for the first step to start to grow and get better.

“There are many things to improve, to correct, but this is the beginning of a process that has to arrive in 2026 [at the World Cup] in the best condition.

“I am also happy because we have won, and whenever you win, things are easier to correct and improve.”

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