The Latest Breaking News from Mauricio Pochettino

USMNT’s Furious Folarin Balogun Reaction Hints at Lionel Messi Bias

The U.S. striker was dismissed for a foul that was eerily similar to one by Lionel Messi earlier this tournament.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 2

Supercomputer Predicts USMNT’s 2026 World Cup Finish After Reaching Round of 16

The USMNT is fighting to defy the odds and make history on its own patch.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 2

‘Typical Fifa’: Why lack of World Cup appeal process for Folarin Balogun’s red card is completely inadequate

The United States are unable to challenge what looked a harsh red card for their striker under Fifa’s World Cup rules

The Independent UK · Jul 2

Mauricio Pochettino gives firm stance on Folarin Balogun red card for USA at World Cup

Balogun was sent-off in the second-half after a VAR referral, meaning he will miss the next game against Belgium

The Independent UK · Jul 2

Three Players Who Could Replace Folarin Balogun for USMNT’s World Cup Round of 16

The U.S. men’s national team will be without its star goalscorer against Belgium in a must-win game.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 2

Three Key Takeaways From USMNT’s Willful Triumph Over Bosnia and Herzegovina—World Cup

The U.S. men’s national team was down to just 10 players by the end of the World Cup round of 32 match.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 2

USMNT Player Ratings vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina: Co-Hosts Cruise to First Knockout Win in 24 Years

The Stars and Stripes knocked off Bosnia and Herzegovina but will face a stern test without their star in the next match.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 2

Steely USA overcome Bosnia and Herzegovina and controversial red to reach World Cup last 16

Folarin Balogun scored and then was sent off but the co-hosts still progressed to the last 16 of the World Cup, where they will play Belgium

The Guardian - US · Jul 2

United States pass Bosnia World Cup test – but at what cost? Balogun red leaves sour taste in the mouth

USA 2-0 Bosnia and Herzegovina: Balogun went from hero to zero after receiving a red card following his first-half opener, yet Mauricio Pochettino’s side sealed a last-16 tie against Belgium through Malik Tillman’s late free-kick

The Independent UK · Jul 2

Every Celebrity Spotted at USMNT’s World Cup Clash vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina

The stars on show got to see Mauricio Pochettino’s side advance to the round of 16.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 2