Mauricio Pochettino Extends Contract Through 2030
Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to remain in charge of the United States men’s national soccer team through the 2030 FIFA World Cup, a commitment that locks in his vision for the program well beyond the recent tournament.
The Argentine tactician will continue to work alongside his retained staff — Jesus Perez, Miguel D’Agostino, Toni Jimenez, Sebastian Pochettino and Silvia Tuya — to build on the momentum generated by the team’s historic group‑stage run.
At the 2026 World Cup, Pochettino guided the USMNT to first place in Group D with a 2‑1‑0 record, marking the nation’s first three victories in a single World Cup and propelling the side into the round of 16.
The run ended with a 4‑1 defeat to Belgium, but the performance underscored the progress made under Pochettino’s guidance and set a new benchmark for U.S. soccer.
Pochettino, who was hired in September 2024 to replace Gregg Berhalter at a reported $6 million annual salary, brings a résumé that includes stints at Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, and Paris Saint‑Germain.
Looking ahead, the USMNT is slated to play a series of friendlies in September and October 2026, with opponents to be announced, as the squad fine‑tunes its tactics ahead of the 2030 tournament.
The 2030 World Cup will be co‑hosted by Portugal, Spain and Morocco, and Pochettino says the expanded global stage will accelerate player development and broaden pathways for both athletes and coaches.