Mauricio Pochettino receives contract offer to stay as USMNT head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 4:26 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino confirmed that U.S. Soccer has offered him a new contract to continue his role beyond the 2026 World Cup. Pochettino took over the team in fall 2024 but expressed interest in returning to club management, specifically in the Premier League. Following the team's disappointing exit in the round of 16 against Belgium, Pochettino stated he is content as USMNT coach but needs time to consider the contract offer. He indicated a decision would be made in the coming week.
- •Pochettino confirmed contract offer from U.S. Soccer on July 16
- •USMNT exited the World Cup after a 4-1 loss to Belgium
- •The coach expressed happiness with his current role
- •Prior to the World Cup, Pochettino discussed AC Milan vacancy
- •Decision on contract extension expected next week
- 4:26 PMYahoo Sports — Mauricio Pochettino confirms offer to stay as USMNT head coach
"USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino confirmed that U.S. Soccer has offered him a new contract to continue past the 2026 World Cup.
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