Pochettino backs 'high IQ' players to block out World Cup hype (opens in new tab)

Thanks to an own goal and an Alex Freeman header, the US have reached the last-32 of the tournament they are co-hosting with a game to spare, winning two group matches for the first time since 1930. The already-surging hype surrounding the US team's prospects among the American public sky-rocketed following the 2-0 win over the Socceroos in front of a jubilant crowd in Seattle. Pochettino's men could be assured of top place in Group D in just a few hours' time if other results go their way, b...