United States manager Mauricio Pochettino has faced criticism for his method of informing players whether or not they had made the 26-man squad for the World Cup. The manager has hit back at these claims, stating that he utilised a more 'modern' approach to inform players of their status.
Pochettino Defends World Cup Squad Selection Method
Tom ReidUS manager Mauricio Pochettino responds to criticism over phoning axed players, claiming a more 'modern' approach was taken.
- Pochettino defended his decision not to personally phone axed US World Cup players
- The manager used a more 'modern' method to inform players about their squad status
- Players were instead contacted via email or text message
Why this matters: This news affects UK football fans as it sheds light on the selection process of the US World Cup squad, which will be competing against various UK teams in the tournament.
What this means for you: What this means for you: As a UK football fan, you may be interested in the World Cup and the performance of the US team, which could potentially affect the outcome of the tournament.