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Mauricio Pochettino agrees deal to stay as US coach through World Cup 2030
US men's national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino and the US Soccer Federation have agreed to a contract extension that will keep Pochettino attached to the program through 2030, US Soccer announced on Monday.
TL;DR
- Mauricio Pochettino has signed a contract extension to remain USMNT head coach through the 2030 World Cup.
- He joined the team in 2024 and led them to the last 16 in the 2026 World Cup, losing to Belgium.
- The deal, with financial details undisclosed, is expected to be funded by Ken Griffin and expands Pochettino's role into broader soccer development.
- Pochettino's tenure has included a 4-1 win against Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup group stage, but also criticism for the loss to Belgium.
- He has a record of 18 wins, 12 losses, and one draw with the USMNT.
- The federation is aiming for the team to advance past the last 16 at the home World Cup in 2030.