Mauricio Pochettino agrees deal to stay as US coach through World Cup 2030
Summary
Mauricio Pochettino and the US Soccer Federation have agreed to extend his contract as head coach of the US men's national soccer team through the 2030 World Cup. The new deal includes a larger role for Pochettino, focusing mainly on the senior team while also advising on youth development and coaching across US soccer.Key Facts
- Mauricio Pochettino’s contract as US men’s national team coach is extended through the 2030 World Cup.
- Discussions about the extension began months before the 2022 World Cup and continued after the US team's last-16 exit.
- Pochettino will likely receive a salary increase from his previous $6 million per year, the highest paid US men’s coach salary.
- Billionaire Ken Griffin, who initially funded Pochettino’s contract, is expected to support the new deal financially again.
- Pochettino’s expanded role includes advising on youth soccer, coaching education, league cooperation, and technical matters beyond just the senior team.
- The US team had strong World Cup group-stage performances but was eliminated by Belgium in the round of 16.
- Pochettino is generally well-liked by players and staff and is credited with improving team mentality.
- He has faced some public disagreements with players and tensions with the media during his time as coach.
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