Mauricio Pochettino: USMNT needs 'arrogance' to compete

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United States men's national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino insists American players can compete with the likes of Spain and Argentina in terms of talent, but must be "a little more arrogant" with their mentality when approaching the game.

"There is still a gap between Argentina and Spain, but we are reducing it every day. I think there is a question of belief and I think that being a little more arrogant in our ability to believe that we can do it well and that we have the quality enough to compete at the same level," Pochettino said.

"I think that's where we are and I think we're going to get to 2026 at that level."

Since joining US Soccer in September 2024,…