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Hamilton urges Israel to open Gaza aid floodgates after Rafah visit
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has called on Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza without further delays after visiting the Rafah border crossing in Egypt, where he witnessed trucks waiting to deliver essential supplies to Palestinians.
The Ferrari driver visited the crossing and Egyptian Red Crescent logistics facilities in North Sinai on Tuesday, meeting aid workers and officials involved in coordinating relief shipments to the war-torn Palestinian territory.
Hamilton arrived in El Arish, where North Sinai Gov. Khaled Megawer briefed him on Egypt’s humanitarian operations, including the preparation and transportation of aid into Gaza and the reception of wounded and sick Palestinians seeking medical treatment in Egypt.
During the visit, the 41-year-old greeted Egyptian Red Crescent personnel, shook hands with workers and asked how frequently humanitarian supplies were being allowed into Gaza. He also toured warehouses where relief materials are organized and prepared for delivery.
In a statement posted on Instagram Wednesday, Hamilton described what he witnessed as deeply distressing, criticizing the restrictions on humanitarian assistance and the conditions facing Palestinians.
“The past three years of Israel’s genocide in Gaza is appalling. It’s an injustice for people to be denied their freedom, their safety and their dignity. No human being should be treated as though their life matters less,” he wrote.
Hamilton said he saw walls stretching for miles around the territory, describing the experience of standing outside Gaza as being near an “open-air prison.”
He also highlighted the difficulties facing humanitarian workers and truck drivers attempting to deliver assistance.
At the Rafah crossing, Hamilton said he saw food trucks lined up and ready to enter Gaza but regularly facing restrictions and lengthy delays. He recalled speaking to one driver who had already been waiting for more than 12 hours.
At a nearby Egyptian Red Crescent logistics center, he praised the efforts of aid workers but expressed frustration over essential supplies being rejected, including sleeping bags, first-aid kits, medical equipment, wheelchairs and footballs intended for children.
“Israel needs to fulfil its obligations under the ceasefire and let the aid trucks in. No excuse,” Hamilton wrote.
“I don’t want us to get used to their suffering. I don’t want us to look away.”
The British driver also urged the international community to maintain pressure on Israel and work together to ensure humanitarian assistance reaches Palestinians in need.
Hamilton’s visit came as Gaza faced worsening humanitarian conditions following heavy rainfall and flooding over the weekend, which inundated displacement camps and damaged makeshift shelters.
Thousands of families already living in tents and temporary accommodation face additional hardship as winter approaches.
The humanitarian crisis has persisted despite a ceasefire agreement reached in October 2025. The agreement included provisions for at least 600 trucks carrying humanitarian assistance and commercial supplies to enter Gaza daily, but deliveries have continued to fall short of the agreed target.
According to the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, 466 trucks carrying humanitarian supplies were registered for entry into Gaza between Oct. 26 and Nov. 1.
Of those, 397 were offloaded on the Israeli side of crossing points. Israeli authorities also notified U.N. agencies on Nov. 1 that humanitarian and commercial shipments from Egypt would be suspended, with some exceptions, citing concerns about smuggling.
Israel strongly denies accusations of genocide and maintains that its military campaign targets Hamas members.
The Rafah crossing, a key route for humanitarian assistance and medical evacuations between Egypt and Gaza, has faced repeated restrictions and closures.
Israel controls the Gaza side of the crossing, while Egyptian authorities coordinate aid operations on their side of the border.
Hamilton has previously used his international platform to highlight humanitarian crises and advocate for social change.
In 2021, he established Mission 44, a charitable foundation supporting young people from underrepresented backgrounds by improving access to education, employment and opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
He has also repeatedly spoken out about the suffering of Palestinian children, sharing messages about those killed in Israeli airstrikes and calling for an end to the violence.
His latest intervention comes shortly after reaching another milestone in his racing career. Hamilton made his 400th Formula One Grand Prix start at Sunday’s Sao Paulo Grand Prix in Brazil, becoming only the second driver to reach the mark after former teammate Fernando Alonso.
The seven-time champion is fourth in the 2026 drivers’ standings with 261 points, while Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli has secured his first world championship with three races remaining.
Mauricio Pochettino has been named Manchester United’s new head coach, ending his spell with the U.S. national team to take charge of the struggling Premier League giants.
The U.S. Soccer Federation announced Friday that the Argentine will leave next week for Old Trafford, just three months after signing a contract to guide the Americans through the 2030 World Cup. United, 20-time English champions, are currently in the Premier League relegation zone after 10 matches.
Pochettino has agreed to a 2.5-year deal and will officially assume his duties Nov. 18, four days before United’s trip to Liverpool. He becomes the club’s eighth permanent manager or head coach since Alex Ferguson retired in 2013.
United described the 54-year-old Argentine as “renowned for his high-intensity, attacking style of football, his dedication to building strong, cohesive teams and his outstanding record of developing individual players.” The club added that he had “consistently performed at the highest level of football across multiple leagues.”
Pochettino’s appointment comes one day after Michael Carrick was fired following United’s worst league start in 40 years, with one of the world’s biggest clubs languishing in 18th place in the Premier League.
Pochettino and his assistants will remain with the U.S. team for the CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinals against Haiti on Saturday and Tuesday.
“There is tremendous talent in the U.S. player pool, from the youth teams through to the senior team, and it’s one of the reasons we have so much belief in the future of U.S. Soccer,” Pochettino said in a statement.
Pochettino took charge of the U.S. team in the fall of 2024 and led the co-host Americans to the round of 16 at this year’s World Cup. The USSF is likely to sound out Pep Guardiola’s interest and could also consider promoting Under-23 coach Steve Cherundolo, a former national team defender. Cherundolo will lead a senior national team training camp next month featuring mostly Major League Soccer players.
USSF CEO JT Batson and Chief Operating Officer Dan Helfrich will lead the search, assisted by women’s national team coach Emma Hayes and former U.S. defender Oguchi Onyewu, who is a member of the federation’s staff.
“Mauricio has left a lasting mark on U.S. Soccer through his leadership, professionalism and commitment to our players and culture,” Batson said in a statement. “What we are most proud of goes beyond the wins. He and his staff raised standards, strengthened our culture and created clearer connections from the youth national teams to the senior team.”
After coaching Southampton, Tottenham and Chelsea in the Premier League, Espanyol in Spain and winning the French title with Paris Saint-Germain, Pochettino takes charge of a club that has struggled to find stability since Ferguson led United to a record 13 Premier League titles and two Champions League crowns during his nearly 27-year tenure.
United have not won the league since Ferguson’s final season in 2013 and have since been overtaken by rivals Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal.
Champions League-winning coaches Louis van Gaal and Jose Mourinho failed to meet United’s expectations, while David Moyes, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Erik ten Hag and Carrick also fell short.
Despite winning the French league with PSG in 2022, arguably Pochettino’s greatest achievement was turning Tottenham into consistent Premier League title contenders and leading the club to the Champions League final in 2019.
He has never won a major trophy in England, most recently losing the English League Cup final with Chelsea in 2024.
Arda Güler produced a moment of brilliance with a spectacular free kick, but Türkiye suffered a 2-1 defeat to Belgium in the UEFA Nations League on Thursday, leaving their campaign in League A Group 1 without a point after five matches.
The Real Madrid midfielder gave the hosts an early lead with an extraordinary long-range effort at İzmir’s Gürsel Aksel Stadium, drawing widespread praise from European media. However, Belgium responded with two quick goals to spoil Sergen Yalçın’s competitive debut as Türkiye’s head coach.
Güler broke the deadlock in the 20th minute with a stunning left-footed free kick from approximately 25 meters. The 21-year-old sent the ball curling over the Belgian wall before it dipped sharply into the top corner, clipping the underside of the crossbar on its way into the net.
Belgium goalkeeper Senne Lammens could do little to stop the effort, which immediately became one of the standout moments of the evening.
The goal was Güler’s eighth for Türkiye in approximately 37 senior international appearances and offered a glimpse of his individual quality in a match the hosts desperately needed to win.
Belgium, however, needed just seven minutes to restore parity. Jeremy Doku created the opening in the 27th minute, setting up Kevin De Bruyne, who finished from the center of the penalty area.
The visitors completed their comeback shortly afterward. Charles De Ketelaere struck in the 30th minute, converting from close range after a move involving Maxim De Cuyper to put Belgium ahead.
Despite Türkiye’s attempts to respond, Belgium protected its advantage until the final whistle, handing the hosts their fifth consecutive defeat in the group.
The result left Türkiye rooted to the bottom of Group 1 with zero points from five matches, while Belgium climbed to nine points after recording their third victory of the campaign.
The defeat was another setback for Türkiye, who entered the competition’s top tier following promotion but have struggled against established European opposition, including France, Italy and Belgium.
The match also marked Yalçın’s first competitive assignment since taking over from Vincenzo Montella, whose departure followed a difficult run of four consecutive defeats.
Although the result offered little encouragement for the new coach, Güler’s performance provided a significant individual highlight.
The midfielder was heavily involved throughout the match, recording a reported 86 touches and completing approximately 90% of his passes. He also contributed defensively and remained one of Türkiye’s most influential players in possession.
His free kick, in particular, attracted considerable attention across Europe, with Spanish sports newspapers drawing comparisons to some of football’s most memorable set-piece specialists.
Spanish newspaper Marca was among the outlets captivated by the strike, comparing its technique and execution to Lionel Messi’s famous free kick against Liverpool in the 2018-19 UEFA Champions League.
The publication’s coverage drew parallels between the two goals, highlighting the precision, trajectory and late dip that left the goalkeeper with virtually no chance.
Mundo Deportivo also praised Güler’s effort, emphasizing the contrast between his individual brilliance and Türkiye’s disappointing result. Its coverage focused on how Belgium overturned the midfielder’s spectacular opener through goals from De Bruyne and De Ketelaere.
Meanwhile, AS likened the strike to the trademark free kicks of former England captain David Beckham, praising Güler’s ability to influence the game beyond his goal.
Belgian newspapers also acknowledged the quality of the effort despite celebrating their national team’s comeback victory.
HLN described the free kick as extraordinary, noting that Lammens was powerless to prevent the ball from finding the net. Nieuwsblad highlighted Güler’s growing leadership role in the Turkish national team, suggesting that the strike further reinforced his standing as one of the country’s most important players.
Portuguese sports newspaper A Bola also joined the praise, describing the long-range effort as a goal from another world and emphasizing the difficulty of stopping such a perfectly executed strike.
French football publication Footmercato, meanwhile, focused on the wider implications of the defeat, noting that Türkiye’s struggles have left them facing the prospect of dropping back into League B.
The attention surrounding Güler’s goal reflects his growing reputation in European football. The young midfielder has continued to establish himself as an important creative presence for Real Madrid and Türkiye, combining technical quality, vision and an increasingly impressive ability to deliver decisive moments.
For Türkiye, however, individual brilliance has not been enough to overcome their collective struggles. With one group fixture remaining, the team faces a difficult challenge as it attempts to finish its first League A campaign on a more positive note.
Belgium, by contrast, left İzmir with three valuable points and renewed confidence in a competitive group that also includes France and Italy.
Türkiye will look to salvage some pride from a disappointing UEFA Nations League campaign when they visit France in Bordeaux on Sunday, with new coach Sergen Yalçın facing another stern test as he attempts to revive the national team’s fortunes.
The Crescent-Stars head into their final Group A1 fixture at the bottom of the standings with no points from five matches. They have scored just three goals and conceded 13, leaving them with a goal difference of minus 10 after five consecutive defeats.
France, meanwhile, need at least a draw to guarantee their place in the quarterfinals after suffering a damaging 3-1 defeat to Italy in Milan on Thursday. Italy and France are level on 10 points, with Belgium close behind on nine, setting up a decisive final round of matches.
For Türkiye, qualification is no longer a possibility. Their immediate priority is to avoid ending the campaign without a single point and give Yalçın a platform from which to rebuild a team that has struggled against Europe’s leading sides.
The match also comes at a difficult moment for Turkish football, following the national team’s group-stage elimination at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the subsequent departure of Vincenzo Montella.
A campaign that unravelled
Türkiye’s struggles began with a 1-0 home defeat to France on Sept. 25, when Kylian Mbappe scored the decisive goal in the 54th minute. The result was followed by a 4-1 loss to Italy in Kocaeli, leaving the Crescent Stars with little room for error early in the campaign.
Things deteriorated further with a 3-0 defeat away to Belgium before another 3-1 loss to Italy. Türkiye then suffered their fifth consecutive defeat on Thursday, falling 2-1 to Belgium in İzmir despite taking an early lead.
The disappointing run ultimately cost Montella his job.
The Italian had previously overseen a successful period that included reaching the quarterfinals of Euro 2024 and guiding Türkiye back to the World Cup after a 24-year absence. However, the team’s elimination from the 2026 tournament at the group stage, followed by four consecutive Nations League defeats, brought his tenure to an end.
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) appointed former Beşiktaş coach Sergen Yalçın on Oct. 20, handing him a four-year contract as it sought a fresh direction.
His first assignment offered little relief. Real Madrid midfielder Arda Güler gave Türkiye a spectacular lead against Belgium with a long-range free kick in the 20th minute, but Kevin De Bruyne equalized seven minutes later before Charles De Ketelaere completed the turnaround in the 30th minute.
The defeat extended Türkiye’s losing streak to five matches and left Yalçın with an immediate challenge to address the team’s defensive shortcomings and lack of consistency.
Relegation concerns add to Türkiye’s pressure
Although the final match cannot rescue Türkiye’s qualification hopes, the result carries implications beyond the immediate standings.
UEFA has introduced an adjusted promotion and relegation system for the 2026-27 Nations League as the competition prepares to transition to a three-league structure in 2028-29.
Under the revised format, the two lowest-ranked fourth-placed teams in League A will be automatically relegated to League B. The two highest-ranked fourth-placed teams, alongside the two lowest-ranked third-placed sides, will enter promotion-relegation playoffs against League B runners-up.
Türkiye’s position at the bottom of Group A1, combined with their minus-10 goal difference, leaves them seriously exposed to relegation. A victory in Bordeaux would not change their final position in the group, but it would improve their overall record and potentially influence their standing among League A’s fourth-placed teams.
More immediately, avoiding a sixth consecutive defeat would provide a much-needed confidence boost for a squad beginning another period of transition.
Arda Güler remains a key figure
Much of Türkiye’s attacking responsibility will again fall on Güler, whose free kick against Belgium provided one of the few encouraging moments of an otherwise difficult campaign.
The 21-year-old Real Madrid midfielder remains central to the team’s creative ambitions, but Türkiye need more consistent contributions from their attacking players if they are to trouble France.
Experienced midfielder Hakan Çalhanoğlu, recalled by Yalçın, will also be important in providing leadership and stability. Barış Alper Yılmaz offers another attacking option, while the defensive unit must find a way to limit the space and opportunities available to France’s forward line.
Yalçın has already begun making changes to the squad inherited from Montella, but the limited time available means his immediate challenge is to establish greater organization and confidence rather than attempt a complete tactical overhaul.
France face a different kind of pressure
France will approach the encounter with a quarterfinal place within reach, although Thursday’s defeat to Italy exposed weaknesses that Zidane will want to address before the final group match.
The French opened their campaign with a 1-0 victory over Türkiye before beating Belgium 1-0 away from home. They subsequently drew 1-1 with Italy and defeated Belgium 4-1, building a strong position before their trip to Milan.
Against Italy, Michael Olise gave France an early advantage in the 10th minute, but Francesco Pio Esposito equalized before Davide Frattesi put the hosts ahead in the second half. Esposito added a penalty to complete Italy’s 3-1 comeback victory.
The result was France’s first defeat under Zidane, who took charge in July following Didier Deschamps’ departure. It also ended their unbeaten start to the Nations League campaign and increased the importance of Sunday’s encounter.
With Italy and Belgium also meeting in Brussels, France cannot afford to approach the Türkiye fixture casually. A draw would guarantee their progression to the quarterfinals, while a victory would strengthen their position heading into the knockout stage.
The home crowd at the Stade Atlantique in Bordeaux should provide additional motivation, but Türkiye’s willingness to play without the pressure of qualification could make the visitors an awkward opponent if they find greater discipline and attacking confidence.
For Yalçın, however, the bigger challenge is restoring belief in a team that has endured a difficult year. A first point of the Nations League campaign, particularly against one of Europe’s strongest national sides, would offer a measure of relief and a more encouraging starting point for the months ahead.
Belgium came from behind to beat Türkiye 2-1 on Thursday in Sergen Yalçın’s debut as national team head coach, handing the hosts their fifth consecutive UEFA Nations League defeat.
Real Madrid midfielder Arda Güler gave Türkiye an early lead with a spectacular free-kick, but Belgium struck twice in quick succession to secure victory in the Group A1 clash at Gürsel Aksel Stadium in Izmir.
Türkiye started brightly and broke the deadlock in the 20th minute when Güler curled a stunning long-range free-kick into the top-left corner, leaving Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens helpless.
Belgium equalized seven minutes later through Kevin De Bruyne after Jeremy Doku dribbled past Oğuz Aydın down the left flank and delivered a low cross for the midfielder to finish first-time.
The visitors completed their comeback in the 30th minute when Charles De Ketelaere scored from close range after Maxim De Cuyper collected the rebound from Diego Moreira’s effort, which had been saved by Uğurcan Çakır.
Belgium went into halftime with a 2-1 lead.
Yalçın made his first substitutions in the 58th minute, bringing Hakan Çalhanoğlu and Deniz Gül on instead of Orkun Kökçu and Enes Ünal, respectively.
A minute later, Çakır denied De Ketelaere from close range after the Belgian forward broke through Türkiye’s defense.
Türkiye pressed for an equalizer in the closing stages, but Lammens denied Gül in the 82nd minute following a well-worked move involving Güler and Zeki Çelik.
The Belgian goalkeeper made another crucial save in the second minute of stoppage time, using his feet to keep out Çalhanoğlu’s powerful shot from inside the penalty area.
The defeat left Türkiye without a point after five matches, while Belgium climbed to second place with nine points ahead of Thursday’s clash between Italy and France.
Mohamed Salah will spearhead Egypt’s bid to strengthen their position in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign when the Pharaohs host Malawi on Friday, as new head coach Ali Maher prepares for his first competitive assignment in charge.
Egypt welcome the Flames to Cairo International Stadium for the third round of Group B, with the return fixture scheduled for Nov. 17 in Lilongwe. The double-header offers Maher an early opportunity to establish his authority and move Egypt closer to securing a place at the continental tournament.
The Pharaohs sit atop Group B with four points from their opening two matches, level with Angola but ahead on goal difference.
They began their campaign with a goalless draw against Angola before responding with a commanding 5-0 victory over South Sudan in Juba.
Malawi are third with three points, having beaten South Sudan 2-1 before suffering a 3-1 home defeat to Angola. Another setback could leave the Flames struggling to keep pace with the leading sides, particularly if Angola collect another victory.
The encounter also marks the beginning of a new chapter for Egypt following the departure of Hossam Hassan on Nov. 7, ending his two-year-and-nine-month tenure.
Hassan guided Egypt to fourth place at the 2025 AFCON and secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they reached the round of 16. However, inconsistent performances in recent months ultimately brought his spell to an end.
His final match was a 1-0 friendly defeat to South Africa in Cairo on Oct. 4. Although Hassan recorded 23 victories, 10 draws and six defeats in 39 matches, Egypt had managed only two regulation-time wins in their previous nine outings, raising questions about their consistency.
The Egyptian Football Association cited concerns over the national team’s image and stability when announcing his departure.
Maher, a former Al Ahly and Egypt striker who most recently coached Ceramica Cleopatra, has inherited a squad with considerable experience but little time to adjust to his methods before the November international window.
The new coach has expressed confidence in the quality of the players at his disposal, describing the current generation as one of the strongest in the country’s history. He has also identified Salah as Egypt’s greatest player and an important role model for the younger members of the squad.
The Liverpool departure has not diminished Salah’s importance to the national team. Now playing for Turkish outfit Trabzonspor, the Egyptian King returns to the squad after missing Egypt’s previous two outings against South Sudan and South Africa.
Salah has made an encouraging start to life in the Turkish Süper Lig, recording nine goals and three assists in 11 league appearances. His return gives Maher an experienced attacking leader as Egypt look to build on their emphatic victory over South Sudan.
The new coach has also recalled several familiar faces, including goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy, defender Mahmoud Hamdy El Wensh and midfielders Mohamed Shehata, Mahmoud Marei and Nasser Maher.
Mahmoud Mamdouh has earned his first senior international call-up following an impressive start to the domestic season, while Mahmoud Hassan Trezeguet is back after recovering from injury.
Omar Marmoush is another important attacking option, having scored twice in the 5-0 victory over South Sudan. His pace and attacking movement, alongside Salah’s experience and finishing, could provide Egypt with a dangerous combination against a Malawi side likely to defend deep and look for opportunities on the counterattack.
Egypt will, however, be without Mostafa Ziko, who is serving a five-match FIFA suspension following comments made after the World Cup, and Hamdy Fathy, who is sidelined through injury.
Malawi arrive in Cairo under pressure to respond after their defeat to Angola ended the momentum generated by their opening victory.
Zimbabwean gaffer Kalisto Pasuwa has seen his side win just twice in their last nine matches across all competitions, drawing two and losing five. Their away form is particularly concerning, with the Flames winless in their previous five road fixtures, losing three and failing to score in three.
Pasuwa’s side have also struggled against Egypt historically, although their opponents’ recent inconsistency offers some encouragement. The Pharaohs have won four of their previous six meetings, drawing one and losing one.
Malawi have made only three previous AFCON appearances, most recently reaching the round of 16 at the 2021 tournament. Pasuwa has acknowledged the importance of qualification to his future with the national team, adding further pressure to an already challenging campaign.
The visitors will be without defender Dennis Chembezi through injury, while forward Mayele Malango is unavailable because of his club’s involvement in the USL playoffs. Goalkeeper William Thole has also been omitted because of limited playing time at Simba.
There are, however, some welcome returns. Lanjesi Nkhoma is back after missing the previous three international call-ups, while Chikumbutso Salima has recovered from injury and rejoined the squad.
Manchester United dismissed manager Michael Carrick on Thursday after a dismal start to the season, with last weekend’s 4-4 home draw against Aston Villa adding to mounting pressure on the former midfielder.
United have managed just three wins in 15 matches across all competitions under Carrick, including only one Premier League victory. The poor run has left them 18th in the standings with eight points from 10 games, just one point clear of the bottom.
“After a disappointing start to the season, the club has come to the extremely difficult conclusion that a change is necessary in order to achieve our ambitions,” United said in a statement on its website.
Carrick’s position had come under increasing scrutiny following a humiliating 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth. Despite supporters chanting his name, the players were booed off the pitch at the final whistle, with the result further highlighting growing frustration surrounding the club’s struggles.
Carrick had dropped captain Bruno Fernandes to the bench against Bournemouth and did not bring him on, even as United desperately sought inspiration in midfield. However, the struggling club gave the manager another chance to turn its season around.
Although he restored the playmaker to the starting lineup against Chelsea following clear-the-air talks and spoke of the team’s determination to put things right, little changed as United were comprehensively outplayed in a 2-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge.
A 3-2 comeback victory over Roma in the Champions League briefly eased the pressure on Carrick, but United’s familiar defensive frailties were exposed again in the 4-4 draw against Aston Villa, despite two stoppage-time goals salvaging a point.
Carrick’s tenure
Carrick was appointed on an interim basis following Ruben Amorim’s dismissal in January before being handed a contract through 2028 after overseeing a turnaround in the team’s fortunes.
United won 11 of their first 16 matches under Carrick, including victories over Arsenal, Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea, to climb to third in the Premier League and secure qualification for the Champions League.
The 45-year-old, however, was unable to carry that momentum into the new season, with United recording victories only against newly promoted Ipswich Town and Champions League debutants Sabah FK before embarking on a nine-match winless run.
The club praised Carrick for his professionalism during his managerial tenure and said it was working to appoint a permanent successor as soon as possible.
He ultimately became another managerial casualty at Old Trafford, following David Moyes, Louis van Gaal, Jose Mourinho, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Erik ten Hag and Amorim.
What’s next?
Carrick is likely to be replaced by Mauricio Pochettino, the U.S. men’s national team coach, who has agreed to take over the vacant position, according to reports in British media.
The former Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea manager is among the Premier League’s most highly regarded coaches.
United have not won the English league title since claiming their 20th championship in 2013, when Alex Ferguson left the club following a trophy-laden 27-year tenure as manager.
A daunting trip to Anfield to face rivals Liverpool awaits United after the international break.
Pochettino is expected to remain in charge of the U.S. team for its upcoming CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal matches, leaving the Argentine with little time to prepare for his first game in one of English football’s most demanding jobs.
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