The Mauricio Pochettino U.S. men's national team era has officially begun, kicking off with a win over CONCACAF foes Panama at Q2 Stadium in an international friendly.
Second-half goals from Yunus Musah—his first USMNT goal in his 42nd appearance—and Ricardo Pepi were enough for the Stars and Stripes to seal a 2–0 victory over Panama. It wasn't a perfect performance from Pochettino's perspective but he only had a handful of training sessions to prepare for the weekend clash.
"I think it was a very professional performance and I think we are happy because I think all the goals that we said before the game, I think that we got and I think it's an important victory," the former Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea manager said after the match. "And to start that period with the victory always is very helpful.
"Yes, so happy. Happy because I see the staff and the players made a fantastic show and of course with the help of the fans here in Austin."
