Mauricio Pochettino has officially agreed to extend his role as head coach of the United States men’s national soccer team until 2030.
The ex-manager of Tottenham and Chelsea has been in charge since September 2024. Under his leadership, the team reached the round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup, where they were eliminated by Belgium.
As reported by US Soccer, the new contract empowers Pochettino and his coaching staff to take on a broader role, providing guidance on the overall development of the national team program, youth soccer initiatives, coaching education, collaboration with professional leagues, and other technical aspects.
“In our collaboration with US Soccer over the last two years, we have recognized the immense potential to enhance the men’s national team program,” Pochettino stated.
“We are thrilled to leverage our expertise and insights to strengthen various facets of US Soccer while improving pathways for players, coaches, and teams throughout the federation.
“Our goal is to create a lasting influence on soccer in a country that has embraced us so generously, extending our impact beyond just on-field results.”
The US team topped their group in the World Cup, achieving victories against Paraguay and Australia.
They secured a 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina in the round of 32 before their journey came to an end with a 4-1 loss to Belgium.
One of the tournament’s controversial moments occurred when striker Folarin Balogun received a red card against Bosnia but ultimately avoided suspension thanks to intervention from US President Donald Trump.
“Mauricio has fostered a culture of trust among the players, the process, and each other,” said US Soccer president Cindy Parlow Cone.
“We witnessed the effects of that belief in how the team developed, competed, and performed on the world’s grandest stage.
“That culture, along with the staff behind it, is precisely what we want to continue investing in for the future of the men’s national team.”