While some consider it a style trend, others interpret it as a possible lucky charm. Without a doubt, coach Mauricio Pochettino’s outfit has not gone unnoticed on social networks during his participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The coach of the United States soccer team has drawn the attention of fashion lovers and also the public, who realized that in the last two matches of the American team Pochettino wore the same outfit, a decision that led some to think that it is a superstition considering it an amulet.
Consisting of a light wool shirt, matching wide-leg navy blue pants and a white t-shirt as a background, accompanied by white sports sneakers from the Nike brand, the outfit has made it not only a style reference among sports specialists, but also a source of intrigue due to its repeated use.
TheAthletic He highlighted that the United States men’s coach’s outfit is from the Hugo Boss brand, a look that has become part of Pochettino’s identity.
The brand responsible for the outfit detailed TheAthletic which was a request from Pochettino himself, for whom he made two exclusive versions of navy blue virgin wool, personalized with the USSF shield.
This suit attracted even more attention after former English footballer Wayne Rooney pointed out during a BBC broadcast that he needed Pochettino’s number because he wanted to know where he got his clothes. Media like Infobae They recovered part of their statements: “I love her style, I love her clothes. It’s a shame I can’t have hair like hers, but maybe I can find similar clothes somewhere,” Rooney said.
As a result, Pochettino’s outfit was placed at the center of the conversation on social networks, where users commented that he wore the same outfit in the United States’ first two games in the group stage, which coincided with the team’s consecutive victories.
He used it in the United States’ debut, when they beat Paraguay 4-1. He later wore it again against Australia, a match he won 2-0 and with which he secured a place in the round of 32.
Given the speculation on social networks about the use of this suit as a lucky charm, a spokesperson for American soccer revealed to TheAthletic that for the confrontation against Türkiye, this June 25, Pochettino will wear the same outfit.
According to the media, superstition and football have always gone hand in hand, which is why Pochettino shares Crash Davis’ philosophy: “You should never interrupt a winning streak.” For this reason, in this Thursday’s game the coach can be seen wearing the same clothing.
As part of this controversy, Hugo Boss highlighted TheAthletic which, luckily for the United States team, the outfit is washable, so Pochettino will not have to choose between hygiene and good luck and will be able to maintain a flawless appearance during matches.
