Mauricio Pochettino agrees deal to stay as US coach through World Cup 2030

Mauricio Pochettino and the US Soccer Federation have agreed to a contract extension, ensuring he remains the USMNT head coach through the 2030 World Cup. Discussions began months before the team's last-16 exit in the 2026 World Cup, with the federation expressing a strong desire for him to stay. This long-term commitment aims to enhance the global profile of US Soccer, aligning the program with broader international sports investment and technical strategies through the next cycle.