Pochettino agrees to stay as US men's national team coach through 2030 World Cup

US men's national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino has agreed a contract extension with the US Soccer Federation that will keep him in the role through the 2030 World Cup. Pochettino joined in 2024 and led the US to the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup.

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U.S. men's national team coach Mauricio Pochettino will stay through 2030 World Cup

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Pochettino came on in 2024 to right the ship ahead of this year's World Cup, in which he led the team to a record three wins and helped ignite enthusiasm in millions of fans before a round of 16 exit.

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U.S. men's national team coach Mauricio Pochettino will stay through 2030 World Cup

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

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