{
  "id": 19890357,
  "title": "Tearful Pochettino admits Man Utd move is one of his toughest decisions",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/tearful-pochettino-admits-man-utd-move-is-one-of-his-toughest",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-13T23:52:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/sports/football/2026/11/1577186/tearful-pochettino-admits-man-utd-move-one-his-toughest-decisions"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mauricio Pochettino, the Argentine football manager, announced on Friday that taking charge of Manchester United is one of the most difficult decisions of his career. The 54-year-old former Tottenham, Paris Saint-Germain, and Chelsea boss fought back tears as he bid an emotional farewell to US football. Pochettino will take up his new position at Old Trafford on November 18, with a monumental task ahead. The club has made their worst start to a domestic campaign in 40 years and are currently in the Premier League relegation zone during the international break. Pochettino has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal at United, taking him through to the end of the 2028/29 season. He expressed his gratitude for the opportunity, stating that it is one he could not turn down. Pochettino took the US national team to the last 16 at this year's World Cup and will oversee two CONCACAF Nations League matches against Haiti before leaving for England. US Soccer CEO JT Batson praised Pochettino for his leadership, professionalism, and commitment to the federation. United's statement highlighted Pochettino's renowned high-intensity, attacking style of football, dedication to building strong teams, and record of developing individual players.",
  "summary": "LONDON: Mauricio Pochettino said Friday that leaving his role as USA boss to take charge of Manchester United was “one of the most difficult” decisions of his career as he prepares for one of football’s toughest jobs.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}