Pochettino extends contract with US Soccer until 2030 World Cup

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Pochettino extends contract with US Soccer until 2030 World Cup

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Pochettino extends contract with US Soccer until 2030 World Cup

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Mauricio Pochettino signs new contract to coach the U.S. men's national team until the 2030 World Cup.
The U.S. team achieved its highest-ever point total in World Cup history under Pochettino.
Pochettino emphasizes the potential to strengthen U.S. soccer and its future programs.

Mauricio Pochettino, the coach of the U.S. men's national soccer team, has signed a new contract that extends his tenure through the 2030 FIFA World Cup, U.S. Soccer announced on Monday. This decision comes after Pochettino led the U.S. team to the last 16 in the recent World Cup, marking a significant achievement for U.S. soccer, achieving the highest-ever points total for the men's team at a World Cup tournament, according to Al Jazeera, NPR, and Reuters.

Pochettino, who took over the national team in 2024 after leaving Chelsea, emphasizes collaboration with U.S. Soccer to enhance the men's national team program. His leadership has already brought notable success, including a group-stage victory ahead of teams such as Australia and Paraguay, according to Al Jazeera, NPR, and Reuters.

Al Jazeera and Reuters.