Here's the video Mauricio Pochettino sent players on his USMNT World Cup roster
Mauricio Pochettino, head coach of the USMNT, communicated the selection of his 2026 World Cup roster through a video sent to all 26 players. The video was well-received, with players responding with their own videos. Pochettino faced some criticism for his method of informing those not selected, opting for email instead of phone calls.
- ▪A WhatsApp group chat was created to inform the 26 players of their selection for the World Cup.
- ▪Pochettino's video stated, 'Guys, if you're watching this video, it's because you are in.'
- ▪The USMNT officially announced its 26-player roster four days after the video was sent.
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