Pochettino Hails Scaloni As World Cup’s Outstanding Coach Ahead Of Potential USA Vs Argentina Clash

United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino has described Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni as the finest coach at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, praising the reigning world champions ahead of a possible knockout-stage showdown.
Pochettino made the remarks while speaking to reporters before the United States’ Group D encounter against Australia on Friday.
The former Tottenham Hotspur and Paris Saint-Germain manager spoke glowingly of Scaloni’s achievements with Argentina, highlighting the quality of both the coaching staff and the squad that lifted the World Cup in Qatar four years ago.
“Many of Argentina’s players are world champions from Qatar,” Pochettino said.
“The coach, Lionel Sca...