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Pochettino to remain US men's soccer coach through 2030 World Cup

From CNA · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to remain as coach of the United States men's national soccer team through the 2030 World Cup.
  • The 54-year-old Argentine, who took over in 2024, led the team to the last 16 in the recent global showcase, achieving their highest-ever point total.
  • U.S. Soccer CEO JT Batson stated that Pochettino and his staff believe in the future of soccer in the United States and the new project.

Mauricio Pochettino will continue as the coach of the United States men's national soccer team, extending his contract through the 2030 World Cup. The 54-year-old Argentine's previous deal was set to expire after the 2026 World Cup.

Pochettino, known for his high-pressing, attacking style, took the helm in 2024. Under his guidance, the U.S. team achieved its best-ever performance at a World Cup, finishing first in their group and securing their highest point total. The team reached the last 16 of the tournament.

"Mauricio and his staff believe in the future of soccer in the United States and our new project allows us to build on progress of the USMNT and the momentum of U.S. Soccer,” said U.S. Soccer CEO and Secretary General JT Batson in a press release. The extension signals confidence in Pochettino's leadership and the team's development trajectory.

Mauricio and his staff believe in the future of soccer in the United States and our new project allows us to build on progress of the USMNT and the momentum of U.S. Soccer.

— JT BatsonU.S. Soccer CEO and Secretary General JT Batson commenting on the contract extension.
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Originally published by CNA in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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