Mauricio Pochettino is in the news as US men's national team head coach, after a storied career as a player and manager, including Tottenham and PSG.
Senegal has lodged an appeal after CAF has stripped it of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title, awarding Morocco the trophy following a controversial final. Senegal's players and officials argue they were forced onto the pitch and deny protesting the refereeing decision. The decision has sparked calls for an investigation into potential corruption within CAF.
Manchester United has reinforced its push for Champions League football, with Casemiro scoring and Bruno Fernandes assisting in a 2-0 win over Brentford. The result consolidates United’s position as their bid for a top-four finish continues, while Casemiro is closing in on a club record for headed goals.
Johnny Cardoso will undergo surgery on his right ankle after training injury, ruling him out of the US World Cup squad. His injury compounds midfield concerns as Tanner Tessmann and others face limited availability ahead of the tournament co-hosted by the US, Mexico and Canada. Mauricio Pochettino is set to name the 26-man roster on May 26.