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Pochettino Extends USMNT Role Through 2030

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Mauricio Pochettino has signed a contract that keeps him as U.S. men's national team manager through the 2030 World Cup, with longtime assistants Jesus Perez, Miguel D'Agostino and Toni Jiménez, and new additions Sebastian Pochettino and Silvia Tuyà remaining on staff.\n\nU.S. Soccer CEO JT Batson welcomed the renewal, noting the federation’s ambition to win World Cups and make soccer the most played sport in every community. The deal is backed by a philanthropic gift from Kenneth C. Griffin, along with support from Scott Goodwin, Adam Freede and commercial partners.\n\nPochettino, 54, guided the U.S. to a round‑of‑16 finish in the 2026 World Cup, falling 4‑1 to Belgium, and holds a 17‑12‑2 record.

Despite speculation of a European return, he cited the team’s growth and fan passion as reasons to stay and build on the momentum.\n\nLooking ahead, he faces World Cup qualifying – a less critical task for the 2030 cycle when the U.S. co‑hosts – and the risk of a potential early departure. He remains committed to reducing the gap between the U.S. and the world’s best teams.