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WATCH: USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino leads Ohio State chant during college football weekend kickoff

Pochettino embraced the college football atmosphere, joining the FOX sports broadcast and leading iconic OHIO chant

  • Pochettino made surprise appearance on pregame show
  • USMNT coach energetically led "O-H-I-O" chant
  • Used the opportunity to discuss World Cup preparations
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    WHAT HAPPENED

    USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino joined the FOX Sports show on Saturday outside Ohio Stadium ahead of the marquee college football match between Texas and Ohio State

    Pochettino surprised the crowd by initiating the famous "O-H" "I-O" chant. The Argentine coach raised his arms to form each letter as thousands of scarlet-clad fans enthusiastically responded. The crowd cheered along to Pochettino's participation in the gameday tradition.

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  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Pochettino's appearance represents a strategic effort to connect the USMNT program with mainstream American sports culture ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

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    WHAT’S NEXT?

    Pochettino will quickly transition from college football back to his coaching responsibilities as the USMNT prepares for upcoming friendlies against South Korea and Japan.