Mauricio Pochettino signs new contract to lead USMNT through 2030 World Cup
U.S. Soccer announced that head coach Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to a new deal extending his tenure through the 2030 World Cup, with added responsibilities for broader development of the national program.
U.S. Soccer confirmed on Monday that Mauricio Pochettino will continue as head coach of the men’s national team under a contract that runs through the 2030 World Cup. The agreement follows the expiration of his original deal after the 2026 tournament and includes a role for Pochettino and his staff in advising on youth development, coaching education, professional league collaboration and other technical aspects of the federation’s pathway.
Addressing a small group of reporters, Pochettino described the renewal as a "fresh start" and said it offers an opportunity to refresh the team’s mindset, culture and philosophy. He added that every player who performs will have a chance to join the squad.
Pochettino’s first stint with the USMNT ended with a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the round of 16, the team’s worst World Cup defeat in 36 years. After the match he indicated he would consider his future, but the federation expressed gratitude for his work and signaled interest in retaining him. CEO JT Batson later said he was "excited about the discussions" with the coach.
The financial terms of the new contract were not disclosed, though previous filings showed a multi-million-dollar salary and a $2.5 million signing bonus, funded in part by a philanthropic gift from hedge-fund billionaire Ken Griffin and contributions from other donors and commercial partners.
Pochettino will oversee the USMNT’s upcoming schedule, which includes a joint September-October international window with four friendlies, as well as future competitions such as the 2028 Copa América (if the United States participates), CONCACAF Gold Cups, Nations League matches and World Cup qualifying.
"Now it’s a fresh start. It’s a good moment to refresh that mindset, to refresh that culture and philosophy, and to start to create a new era of USA soccer," Pochettino said.
"We really believe it’s an exciting situation for soccer in the USA," he added, noting the federation’s vision for a different approach as the team prepares for the next World Cup cycle.