Japan, USMNT and Mauricio Pochettino

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USMNT rolls to 2-0 win over Japan, breaking streak of top-25 losses under Mauricio Pochettino
Tuesday's game had a win-or-go home feel to it, as the U.S. tries to find its footing and keep fans on board — and the USMNT delivered, with a 2-0 win over Japan.

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Mauricio Pochettino reaction: What did USMNT boss say after beating Japan?
USMNT’s Mauricio Pochettino fires back at critics before Japan match
The USMNT is finally back on track, and Mauricio Pochettino has done what he said he’d do
The Americans didn’t just beat Japan, 2-0, for their first win over a major opponent in manager Mauricio Pochettino’s tenure.

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As World Cup 2026 approaches, USMNT coach Pochettino boldly declares: The process will work, for sure
USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino fires back at critics amid poor World Cup prep: 'They can talk about bulls---'
🤬 Mauricio Pochettino counters USMNT critics ahead of Japan clash
"If people sometimes want to talk about bull***t, they can talk about bulls**t. To be critical is one thing, because I like the critics when you say things that are right. But when it’s criticism for...

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Trust the process: USMNT boss Pochettino, defender Richards stay focused on prep for World Cup as results lag
Mauricio Pochettino rages at critics of USMNT World Cup prep: 'They can talk bulls—'

USMNT get a much needed win vs. Japan thanks to a formation change; England, Norway impress in UEFA qualifying

New Mexico United vs. Detroit City, 9 p.m. ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network Thursday, Sept. 11 🇪🇺 Women's Champions League: Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Real Madrid, 1 p.m. ➡️ Real Madrid TV After the breathless angst of Saturday's defeat to South Korea,

USMNT 2-0 Japan: Balogun, Zendejas fire Yanks to confidence-boosting win

Folarin Balogun and Alejandro Zendejas each scored a goal, as Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT bounced back from a frustrating defeat to South Korea over the weekend and beat Japan 2-0 in Columbus, Ohio, on Tuesday.

USMNT beats Japan 2-0 to end top-team skid, but doubts linger

The U.S. finally overcame another top-ranked nation, but faced many of Japan's reserves rather than key starters.

Pochettino singles out USMNT players who helped World Cup roster stock vs. Japan

COLUMBUS, Ohio — U.S. men’s national team coach Mauricio Pochettino indicated that fringe players who performed well in Tuesday’s 2-0 win over Japan are in contention for World Cup roster spots.

USMNT fans bring energy ahead of USA vs. Japan match at Lower.com Field

USMNT fans chant and cheer prior to the USA vs. Japan friendly at Lower.com Field in Columbus on Sept. 9.

USMNT vs. Japan friendly preview: Where to watch, squads, more

Now the U.S. will hope to break its lowly streak against No. 17 Japan, which is coming off a stale 0-0 draw to Mexico. But Japan features much more quality in every position than South Korea, such as Takefusa Kubo, Kaoru Mitoma, Ritsu Doan, Ko Itakura and Zion Suzuki, among others.
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