Mauricio Pochettino wants the US to become ‘one of the most powerful countries in soccer’
Summary
Mauricio Pochettino will continue as head coach of the US men’s national soccer team, aiming to improve the team’s results and influence soccer development in the country. He will also have a bigger role in youth training, coaching education, and working with professional leagues as US Soccer restructures.Key Facts
- Pochettino joined US Soccer in 2024, originally as a short-term coach for the World Cup.
- He signed a contract extension in August to remain through the next World Cup cycle.
- Pochettino will help shape youth soccer development and coach education in the US.
- He will advise on professional league cooperation and participate in US Soccer’s restructuring.
- The US will play four friendly games soon against Peru, Chile, Mexico, and Canada.
- The US team aims to qualify for the 2030 World Cup and participate in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
- Pochettino supports player Folarin Balogun, who lost a transfer move to Everton due to disputed fitness concerns.
- Pochettino hopes to help the US become a top soccer country and create a lasting legacy in the sport.
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