Mauricio Pochettino, the former manager of Tottenham Hotspur and current head coach of the Argentina national team for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, sat down with BBC Sport to discuss his career, his experiences as a coach, and his expectations for the upcoming tournament.
Mauricio Pochettino: Former Spurs boss on 2026 World Cup & Premier League return
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I'm loving this recent trend of old-school managers getting the spotlight! 
Like, who wouldn't want to hear about Mauricio Pochettino's coaching days? He seems like such an inspiration, you know? I mean, going from Spurs to Argentina is no joke! 
It's amazing how he's adapted to new challenges and still killing it. The way he talks about his experiences, it's clear he's passionate about the game.
I'm also hyped for the 2022 FIFA World Cup!
It's gonna be intense, with all these talented teams going head-to-head. I love how Pochettino is thinking ahead, anticipating what might happen in the tournament. He's got such a positive vibe, it's infectious! 
The fact that he's open about his coaching philosophy and the importance of teamwork and communication is just top-notch.
You know what's even more cool? How Pochettino's story serves as an example for aspiring coaches out there. It's proof that hard work, dedication, and a willingness to learn can take you anywhere!
So, here's to Mauricio Pochettino – may his coaching journey continue to inspire us all! 
Like, who wouldn't want to hear about Mauricio Pochettino's coaching days? He seems like such an inspiration, you know? I mean, going from Spurs to Argentina is no joke! It's amazing how he's adapted to new challenges and still killing it. The way he talks about his experiences, it's clear he's passionate about the game.I'm also hyped for the 2022 FIFA World Cup!
It's gonna be intense, with all these talented teams going head-to-head. I love how Pochettino is thinking ahead, anticipating what might happen in the tournament. He's got such a positive vibe, it's infectious! The fact that he's open about his coaching philosophy and the importance of teamwork and communication is just top-notch.You know what's even more cool? How Pochettino's story serves as an example for aspiring coaches out there. It's proof that hard work, dedication, and a willingness to learn can take you anywhere!
So, here's to Mauricio Pochettino – may his coaching journey continue to inspire us all! Just read this interview with Mauricio Pochettino on BBC Sport 
and I'm loving what I heard! The guy is so passionate about football 
and it's clear that he's got a deep understanding of the game. His experiences as coach of Tottenham Hotspur were definitely eye-opening for me, especially when he spoke about the importance of developing young players 
#TottenhamHotspur #ArgentinaNationalTeam
What struck me most was his emphasis on teamwork and unity
- it's something that football is all about, right? 
As he prepares to lead Argentina at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, I'm excited to see how he'll bring out the best in his team. With the talent they've got, I think they've got a real shot at taking home the trophy 
#FIFAWorldCup #Argentina
and I'm loving what I heard! The guy is so passionate about football and it's clear that he's got a deep understanding of the game. His experiences as coach of Tottenham Hotspur were definitely eye-opening for me, especially when he spoke about the importance of developing young players #TottenhamHotspur #ArgentinaNationalTeamWhat struck me most was his emphasis on teamwork and unity
- it's something that football is all about, right? As he prepares to lead Argentina at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, I'm excited to see how he'll bring out the best in his team. With the talent they've got, I think they've got a real shot at taking home the trophy #FIFAWorldCup #Argentinaomg u wont blieve what this guy said lol 
i mean mauricio pochettino is like the ultimate coach guy n every1 wants 2 b like him! but seriously tho, i think its awesome how he's still got it n can give insightful thoughts abt football. so when asked about his expirience as a coach, he talked abt how its not just abt winning or losing, but also bout the personnal growth u go thru. i mean thats soo deep, rite? 
& now w/ argentina @ the 2022 FIFA world cup, hes gotta bring home that trophy n lift up his squad 
i mean mauricio pochettino is like the ultimate coach guy n every1 wants 2 b like him! but seriously tho, i think its awesome how he's still got it n can give insightful thoughts abt football. so when asked about his expirience as a coach, he talked abt how its not just abt winning or losing, but also bout the personnal growth u go thru. i mean thats soo deep, rite? & now w/ argentina @ the 2022 FIFA world cup, hes gotta bring home that trophy n lift up his squad I'm so stoked about Pochettino's latest interview 
! He shares some really interesting insights about his coaching journey, like how he approaches games and builds team spirit 
. I love how he emphasizes the importance of adaptability in football - it's a reminder that even the most successful teams need to evolve to stay on top 
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What caught my eye was when he talked about the pressure of managing at the World Cup – it's massive, right?
I can only imagine how intense that must be for him and his team. But at the same time, it's a huge opportunity to make your mark on the sport 
. I'm excited to see how Argentina does in the tournament – Pochettino seems like an inspiring coach who genuinely cares about his players 
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One thing that struck me was his comment about not getting too caught up in tactics and stats – it's all about reading the game and trusting your instincts
. That resonates with me, especially when I'm watching football matches – there's more to it than just the X's and O's on paper .
! He shares some really interesting insights about his coaching journey, like how he approaches games and builds team spirit . I love how he emphasizes the importance of adaptability in football - it's a reminder that even the most successful teams need to evolve to stay on top .What caught my eye was when he talked about the pressure of managing at the World Cup – it's massive, right?
I can only imagine how intense that must be for him and his team. But at the same time, it's a huge opportunity to make your mark on the sport . I'm excited to see how Argentina does in the tournament – Pochettino seems like an inspiring coach who genuinely cares about his players .One thing that struck me was his comment about not getting too caught up in tactics and stats – it's all about reading the game and trusting your instincts
. That resonates with me, especially when I'm watching football matches – there's more to it than just the X's and O's on paper .I think it's awesome that Mauricio Pochettino is gonna be leading the Argentine squad in the 2022 FIFA World Cup! He's had some incredible success with Tottenham Hotspur and I'm curious to see how he'll adapt his style to international football . As a fan, you want someone who's gonna push your team hard and get the best out of them, and Poch has always been like that - really demanding but fair.
I've got to admit, I was a bit worried when Messi left the team, but Pochettino's got some great young talent coming through, so I think they'll be alright. He's also gonna need to work on his tactics a bit, especially if he wants to beat the likes of Brazil and France. But overall, I think he's made a solid choice and I'm excited to see how Argentina performs in the tournament
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. As a fan, you want someone who's gonna push your team hard and get the best out of them, and Poch has always been like that - really demanding but fair.I've got to admit, I was a bit worried when Messi left the team, but Pochettino's got some great young talent coming through, so I think they'll be alright. He's also gonna need to work on his tactics a bit, especially if he wants to beat the likes of Brazil and France. But overall, I think he's made a solid choice and I'm excited to see how Argentina performs in the tournament
.I'm still reeling from Poch's quotes about his time at Tottenham I mean, who knew he was such a huge fan of Spurs? He always seemed so calm under pressure on the pitch, but hearing him talk now it's clear he has so much passion for the game Anyway, I think what struck me most is how humble he seems. He's been through so much in his career and yet he still comes across as down-to-earth 
I'm curious to see how Argentina will do at the World Cup, especially with Poch at the helm I've heard great things about his tactics and ability to get the best out of his players Will they be able to replicate that success in Qatar? Only time will tell 
I mean, who knew he was such a huge fan of Spurs? He always seemed so calm under pressure on the pitch, but hearing him talk now it's clear he has so much passion for the game Anyway, I think what struck me most is how humble he seems. He's been through so much in his career and yet he still comes across as down-to-earth I'm curious to see how Argentina will do at the World Cup, especially with Poch at the helm I've heard great things about his tactics and ability to get the best out of his players Will they be able to replicate that success in Qatar? Only time will tell I'm loving this era of football coaches who can actually talk about the game! You know, back in my day, it was all about just winning trophies no matter what 
. But seriously, Pochettino's got some great insights on how he approaches the game and his players. I mean, who wouldn't want to learn from a guy who's been with teams like Spurs and Barcelona?
He talks about how he looks at the game in a different way now that he's coaching a national team. He's all about creating a strong team culture and developing young talent. You know, it's all about building for the future rather than just focusing on the next match.
I'm excited to see how Argentina does at the World Cup, especially with Pochettino at the helm. It'll be interesting to see how he balances his tactical approach with getting the best out of his players. Overall, it's great to hear him share his thoughts and experiences – he's definitely a coach who knows what works! 
. But seriously, Pochettino's got some great insights on how he approaches the game and his players. I mean, who wouldn't want to learn from a guy who's been with teams like Spurs and Barcelona? He talks about how he looks at the game in a different way now that he's coaching a national team. He's all about creating a strong team culture and developing young talent. You know, it's all about building for the future rather than just focusing on the next match
.I'm excited to see how Argentina does at the World Cup, especially with Pochettino at the helm
. It'll be interesting to see how he balances his tactical approach with getting the best out of his players. Overall, it's great to hear him share his thoughts and experiences – he's definitely a coach who knows what works! I'm so stoked that Pochettino is speaking out about his experiences! I mean, can you imagine going from managing Tottenham to leading Argentina in the World Cup? That's like going from watching your favorite TV show to starring in it! He seems like a really down-to-earth guy too, which makes me trust what he has to say. Plus, I love how passionate he is about his team and country - it's infectious!
I'm also super excited for the World Cup itself - it's gonna be lit!
️ Who knows, maybe Argentina will even bring home that trophy? Fingers crossed, right? What I find really interesting is how Pochettino has talked about the importance of teamwork and mental preparation. As someone who's always believed in the power of positivity, I'm totally on board with that! It just goes to show that success isn't just about individual talent, but about how we all come together as a team.
Overall, I think Pochettino is giving us some great insights into what it takes to succeed at this level. And who knows, maybe we'll even learn a thing or two from him!
I mean, can you imagine going from managing Tottenham to leading Argentina in the World Cup? That's like going from watching your favorite TV show to starring in it! He seems like a really down-to-earth guy too, which makes me trust what he has to say. Plus, I love how passionate he is about his team and country - it's infectious! I'm also super excited for the World Cup itself - it's gonna be lit!
️ Who knows, maybe Argentina will even bring home that trophy? Fingers crossed, right? What I find really interesting is how Pochettino has talked about the importance of teamwork and mental preparation. As someone who's always believed in the power of positivity, I'm totally on board with that! It just goes to show that success isn't just about individual talent, but about how we all come together as a team.Overall, I think Pochettino is giving us some great insights into what it takes to succeed at this level. And who knows, maybe we'll even learn a thing or two from him!
I'm loving this new era of Argentine football! Pochettino's got some amazing stories to share from his time at Spurs 
, but what really caught my attention was him talking about how he's learned so much from his experiences as a coach . He's totally right, you can't be too proud or arrogant when it comes to your successes – you gotta stay grounded and keep learning .I'm also super stoked that Argentina is getting this kind of international attention for their football team
! The whole country's buzzing about Messi and the squad's chances at the World Cup , and I couldn't agree more – it's gonna be an incredible ride to watch!As a fan, it's so great to see Pochettino sharing his insights and expertise – he's got such a wealth of knowledge from his time in the top leagues
. And who knows? Maybe we'll see some unexpected surprises at the World Cup ! Anyway, I'm totally here for this, can't wait to see how it all plays out I think it's really cool that Pochettino is talking about his career and what he learned from managing Tottenham and now Argentina . I mean, having been in charge of two big teams like that must've taught him so much about how to handle pressure and make tough decisions under scrutiny. He talks about how he wants Argentina to play with freedom and creativity on the pitch, which is really inspiring . And you know what's even more amazing? The way he's still so humble and down-to-earth despite all his success . I'm sure his experiences as a coach have prepared him well for the World Cup - he's gotta be confident that Argentina's got what it takes to go all the way .
. I mean, having been in charge of two big teams like that must've taught him so much about how to handle pressure and make tough decisions under scrutiny. He talks about how he wants Argentina to play with freedom and creativity on the pitch, which is really inspiring . And you know what's even more amazing? The way he's still so humble and down-to-earth despite all his success . I'm sure his experiences as a coach have prepared him well for the World Cup - he's gotta be confident that Argentina's got what it takes to go all the way . I think it's crazy how fast Mauricio Pochettino has risen through the ranks! From being a relatively unknown manager in Spurs' youth setup to taking over one of the biggest teams in England, not to mention leading Argentina into the World Cup... what a career trajectory . He seems like a humble guy too, always speaking about his team and his players. I'm curious to see how he'll adapt his style to the high-pressure World Cup stage. Will it be business as usual for him, or will he try to innovate and take some risks? One thing's for sure, with Pochettino at the helm, Argentina are definitely gonna give the big teams a run for their money .You know what's been on my mind lately? The intersection of personal growth and external validation . I mean, Pochettino's journey from Tottenham to Argentina is like, totally inspiring, right? But here's the thing - when we're chasing success, are we really doing it for ourselves or just to prove something to others?
I think that's what makes this interview so fascinating. He's been through some highs and lows, but he's still standing, right? And I'm wondering, what drives a person like Pochettino - the fire that burns within, or the need for external recognition?
For me, it's all about finding balance between ambition and introspection. Can we use our successes to fuel our own growth, rather than just feeding our egos? I don't know, maybe that's a question for Pochettino himself, but it's definitely one that resonates with me
. I mean, Pochettino's journey from Tottenham to Argentina is like, totally inspiring, right? But here's the thing - when we're chasing success, are we really doing it for ourselves or just to prove something to others? I think that's what makes this interview so fascinating. He's been through some highs and lows, but he's still standing, right? And I'm wondering, what drives a person like Pochettino - the fire that burns within, or the need for external recognition?
For me, it's all about finding balance between ambition and introspection. Can we use our successes to fuel our own growth, rather than just feeding our egos? I don't know, maybe that's a question for Pochettino himself, but it's definitely one that resonates with me
I'm so glad we're talking about a guy who's been around the block a few times... like, literally, he's managed some big teams in his time . I mean, who wouldn't want to take on the likes of Tottenham Hotspur and try to make it work? Anyway, it's cool that he's sharing his thoughts with BBC Sport, probably trying to relive his glory days or something. 
The 2022 FIFA World Cup is gonna be a wild ride, and I'm sure Pochettino has some... interesting insights to share. Has anyone else been following the Argentina team's preparations? I mean, it's not like they've had any major setbacks or anything... 
. I mean, who wouldn't want to take on the likes of Tottenham Hotspur and try to make it work? Anyway, it's cool that he's sharing his thoughts with BBC Sport, probably trying to relive his glory days or something. The 2022 FIFA World Cup is gonna be a wild ride, and I'm sure Pochettino has some... interesting insights to share. Has anyone else been following the Argentina team's preparations? I mean, it's not like they've had any major setbacks or anything... i feel like pocchettino's journey is so inspiring , from being a young lad playing footy in london to becoming one of the top managers in europe... he's been through ups & downs, but always bounces back stronger . i think what resonates with me most is how humble he remains despite all his achievements - never lost sight of where he came from . coaching is such a demanding job, mentally & physically draining... it takes a special person to handle that pressure & still come out on top 
. and now, taking the reins as argentina's national team coach? mind blown 
. i'm excited to see how he'll lead them in the 2022 world cup - can't wait for some thrilling matches!
, from being a young lad playing footy in london to becoming one of the top managers in europe... he's been through ups & downs, but always bounces back stronger . i think what resonates with me most is how humble he remains despite all his achievements - never lost sight of where he came from . coaching is such a demanding job, mentally & physically draining... it takes a special person to handle that pressure & still come out on top . and now, taking the reins as argentina's national team coach? mind blown . i'm excited to see how he'll lead them in the 2022 world cup - can't wait for some thrilling matches! Sounds like he's gonna bring some crazy tactics to the pitch . I mean, Pochettino's always been known for his high-intensity pressing game, so it'll be interesting to see how that plays out against other teams. He's also got a lot of experience with young players, which could be a big plus for Argentina in terms of squad depth.
I'm curious to know what he said about the World Cup format change
. Is he worried about the shorter tournament? Does he think it'll actually help some teams? Pochettino's always been a bit of a tactical genius, so I've got my fingers crossed he can make some magic happen for Argentina
. I mean, Pochettino's always been known for his high-intensity pressing game, so it'll be interesting to see how that plays out against other teams. He's also got a lot of experience with young players, which could be a big plus for Argentina in terms of squad depth.I'm curious to know what he said about the World Cup format change
. Is he worried about the shorter tournament? Does he think it'll actually help some teams? Pochettino's always been a bit of a tactical genius, so I've got my fingers crossed he can make some magic happen for Argentina Ugh I cant believe hes still getting all the love after what happened at Spurs he was like such a joke manager lol but i guess that's water under the bridge now I mean who wouldn't want to work with Messi and co anyway, talking about Argentina in the World Cup is always a big deal for me im really hoping they can bring home that trophy and prove all the doubters wrong its been so long since they won anything so i'm keeping my fingers crossed
after what happened at Spurs he was like such a joke manager lol but i guess that's water under the bridge now I mean who wouldn't want to work with Messi and co anyway, talking about Argentina in the World Cup is always a big deal for me im really hoping they can bring home that trophy and prove all the doubters wrong its been so long since they won anything so i'm keeping my fingers crossedYou know I'm all about the players' rights, and I think it's awesome that Pochettino is speaking out about the mental health impacts of football. He talked about how the pressure to win can be overwhelming, and how it affects not just the players but their families too . As someone who's passionate about creating positive change in sports, I'm loving this conversation.
But what really got me was when he mentioned that Argentina is trying to create a more sustainable future for its football teams. They're talking about investing in grassroots programs and reducing the reliance on foreign coaches. I think this is so cool! It's like, we need to start prioritizing the players' needs over just winning trophies.
It's conversations like these that make me hopeful for the future of sports. Maybe one day we'll see a whole new generation of coaches and players who are all about teamwork, sustainability, and putting people first
. As someone who's passionate about creating positive change in sports, I'm loving this conversation. But what really got me was when he mentioned that Argentina is trying to create a more sustainable future for its football teams. They're talking about investing in grassroots programs and reducing the reliance on foreign coaches. I think this is so cool! It's like, we need to start prioritizing the players' needs over just winning trophies
.It's conversations like these that make me hopeful for the future of sports. Maybe one day we'll see a whole new generation of coaches and players who are all about teamwork, sustainability, and putting people first
.. just read about Pochettino's interview on BBC Sport 
. So he's talking about how mental health is killing football coaches these days... like, it's true, but what's being done to help them? 
He mentions how players are getting more attention than coaches, and I'm over here thinking, what about the poor guy who just lost a game and has to deal with all that pressure? Pochettino also talks about how the World Cup is getting more competitive, but let's be real, it's still gonna be all about Messi and Argentina 
. I mean, don't get me wrong, the guy's a legend, but can't he just bring some silverware to the table already? 
. So he's talking about how mental health is killing football coaches these days... like, it's true, but what's being done to help them? He mentions how players are getting more attention than coaches, and I'm over here thinking, what about the poor guy who just lost a game and has to deal with all that pressure? Pochettino also talks about how the World Cup is getting more competitive, but let's be real, it's still gonna be all about Messi and Argentina . I mean, don't get me wrong, the guy's a legend, but can't he just bring some silverware to the table already? I'm loving how much drama Pochettino has got going on in his life ! From Spurs to Argentina's national team, this guy's been through it all. I think what impresses me most about him is his ability to adapt and evolve as a coach. He went from being the manager of a mid-table Premier League team to leading a squad that's got some serious bite .
I'm also intrigued by how he's approaching the World Cup. As someone who's been in his shoes before, I know it's not just about winning games – it's about understanding your players and creating an environment where they can thrive
. Pochettino seems to be all about that vibe, and I've gotta respect him for it.
One thing I'd love to see more of is how he'll handle the pressure of leading a national team. It's one thing to manage a club team where you've got your own squad dynamics to worry about – but when you're representing your country on the world stage, it's a whole different ball game ️.
! From Spurs to Argentina's national team, this guy's been through it all. I think what impresses me most about him is his ability to adapt and evolve as a coach. He went from being the manager of a mid-table Premier League team to leading a squad that's got some serious bite .I'm also intrigued by how he's approaching the World Cup. As someone who's been in his shoes before, I know it's not just about winning games – it's about understanding your players and creating an environment where they can thrive
. Pochettino seems to be all about that vibe, and I've gotta respect him for it.One thing I'd love to see more of is how he'll handle the pressure of leading a national team
. It's one thing to manage a club team where you've got your own squad dynamics to worry about – but when you're representing your country on the world stage, it's a whole different ball game ️.