Mauricio Pochettino, the Argentine coach celebrated for his work at Southampton, Tottenham Hotspur and Paris Saint‑Germain, has agreed to take charge of the United States men’s national team through the 2030 World Cup.
A Strategic Choice
His appointment comes after the U.S. squad reached the last 16 in the 2022 tournament, securing a group‑stage record that stands as the nation’s highest point total in World Cup history.
Pochettino’s résumé includes an eighth‑place finish with Southampton in 2013, a Champions League final run with Tottenham in 2019 and a Ligue 1 title with Paris Saint‑Germain in 2022, before he left Chelsea by mutual consent earlier this year.
Building on Recent Momentum
U.S. Soccer CEO JT Batson said the new project will ride the wave of progress made by the USMNT and the broader growth of soccer in the country, noting the "passion of fans during the World Cup" as a key catalyst.
The coach himself expressed confidence that the United States can become a stronger force on the global stage, citing the nation’s expanding talent pool and the excitement surrounding the upcoming home‑hosted tournament.
The agreement also marks a symbolic return for Pochettino, who was born in Argentina but has long spoken of his admiration for the United States’ soccer culture and its potential to inspire the next generation of players.