Pulisic Scores Twice As USMNT Crushes Haiti 6-0

Christian Pulisic's two-goal performance in just two minutes propelled the US men's national soccer team to a commanding 6-0 victory over Haiti in Miami on Saturday. This rout, marking the largest in Mauricio Pochettino's two-year tenure, sets up the decisive match in Cincinnati on Tuesday, Pochettino's final game in the role. Despite the impending change in leadership, players showed no distraction, with Auston Trusty emphasizing that they played for their departing coach.

Pulisic, returning from an injury sustained during the World Cup, scored his second goal to surpass Eric Wynalda on the team's all-time leading scorers list. The US team executed a dominant strategy in Miami, leaving Haiti with few chances to respond, showcasing their ability to perform well even amid uncertainty in coaching. The Nations League semifinals and final are set for March, with the US under a new coach yet to be named.

The US Soccer Federation is reportedly pursuing Pep Guardiola, who has turned down a lucrative offer from Italy to take a break. Pochettino will coach the US through the remaining quarterfinals this week, departing for Manchester United after the Tuesday game. The US' next international camp is scheduled for December, providing time to finalize a new manager before the next competitive period begins.