Veteran tactician Ernst Middendorp has broken his silence regarding his latest career move, shifting his focus away from the dugout to spearhead an ambitious youth development project. Despite persistent rumours linking him with a return to professional management in the Betway Premiership, the former Kaizer Chiefs boss is fully committed to his new role.
Downs' midfield maestro has opened up about the emotional toll of being repeatedly ignored by the Chilean national team scouts. Despite establishing himself as one of the most technical and consistent performers in the Betway Premiership, the 27-year-old remains in the international wilderness.
"Every game is critical," says Pochettino as USMNT kick off four fall friendlies against Peru, Chile, Mexico and Canada, with a young, refreshed roster and a teenage sensation closing in on his senior debut.
Alphonso Davies is surprisingly absent from Canada’s squad for the upcoming internationals – because of his honeymoon. The association confirmed that in an official statement on Tuesday evening.
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