Football NewsDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 3 Aug 2026
Pochettino signs new USMNT deal through 2030
Despite a painful World Cup exit, the Argentine coach commits his future to American soccer.
Mauricio Pochettino
coach
Coach
Mauricio Pochettino
Team
USMNT
Contract
Until 2030
Age
54
What happened. Mauricio Pochettino signed a new contract with the USMNT, keeping him as head coach until 2030, after his initial deal expired following the World Cup.
- He previously managed Chelsea and Tottenham.
- The USMNT lost 4-1 to Belgium in the round of 16.
- Pochettino wants a lasting impact beyond results.
“The passion we experienced from the fans throughout the World Cup only strengthened our belief in what is possible here.”
— Mauricio Pochettino
He will also help strengthen pathways for players, coaches, and teams across U.S. Soccer.
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