MAURICIO POCHETTINO faced up to a partisan crowd and watched his side survive a tasty battle on the pitch.

He can expect plenty of the same next Sunday – only much, much worse.

Mauricio Pochettino watching the match from the sideline.
Mauricio Pochettino won his penultimate match as USA boss ahead of his Manchester United move Source: Getty Images – Getty
United States soccer players celebrate a goal against Haiti in the Concacaf Nations League.
USA destroyed Haiti in the first leg of their Nations League quarter-final Source: Reuters

It’s fair to say his first match as Old Trafford chief at will be far tougher than a Concacaf Nations League quarter-final clash against Haiti.

But Pochettino, 54, will want his new squad to at least show some of the grit and determination from his boys at ’s Nu Stadium in south Florida.

A thumping 6-0 win – similar to what his US side dished up here – would be a nice way for the to start, too.

More to follow

Mauricio Pochettino stands on the sideline, arms crossed and deep in thought during the CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal match.
Pochettino has signed a deal with Man Utd until 2029 Source: Getty Images – Getty
Mauricio Pochettino looking intently during the Haiti v United States CONCACAF Nations League match.
Pochettino issued an emotional farewell to the United States’ Men’s National Team Source: Getty Images – Getty