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USMNT re-hires Mauricio Pochettino through 2030 World Cup cycle

4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

USMNT re-hires Mauricio Pochettino through 2030 World Cup cycle
Summary

U.S. Soccer has re-hired Mauricio Pochettino as head coach of the United States Men's National Team (USMNT), extending his contract through the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Despite a disappointing end to the 2026 World Cup, where the team exited in the Round of 16 after a 4-1 loss to Belgium, the federation aims to build on the progress made during his initial tenure. Pochettino has been credited with a tactical approach that boosted player development and team performance. U.S. Soccer leadership expressed optimism about continued growth and the impact Pochettino will have on the national program.

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By the Numbers
  • •Pochettino's new contract runs through the 2030 World Cup.
  • •USMNT suffered a 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16.
  • •The coach was praised for tactical improvements and player development.
  • •New project aims to elevate U.S. soccer's competitive ambitions.
  • •Several players flourished under Pochettino's leadership during his first term.
Latest Updates
  • 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Mauricio Pochettino is Back: What’s On His To-Do List?
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  • 9:50 PMYahoo Sports — Behind the Numbers: Mauricio Pochettino’s Historic First Two Years with the USMNT
  • 1:32 PMYahoo Sports — Forget the World Cup flop — re-hiring Mauricio Pochettino was by far the best call for the USMNT
What they're saying
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Mauricio Pochettino's first two years in charge of the United States national team may have come to a disappointing end, but that clearly has not dissuaded U.S. Soccer from their belief in the head man. They made the right call.

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U.S. Soccer got their man as Mauricio Pochettino has re-signed to stay on as head coach of the USMNT. Now with a full cycle ahead of him, the Argentine manager must continue his work of paving a new p...

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U.S. Men’s National Team head coach Mauricio Pochettino is back. The U.S. Soccer Federation on Monday announced that the 54-year-old Argentine and his staff had agreed to a new contract through 2030...

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