Mauricio Pochettino stays as US coach, agrees to 4-year contract extension through 2030 World Cup

The 54-year-old took over in October 2024, leading the U.S. to the World Cup round of 16 where the tournament co-hosts were eliminated by Belgium

Mauricio Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino is staying with the U.S. soccer team, agreeing Monday to a four-year contract to coach the Americans through the 2030 World Cup.

A 54-year-old who took over in October 2024, Pochettino led the U.S. to the World Cup round of 16, where the tournament co-hosts were eliminated with a 4-1 loss to Belgium.