Mauricio Pochettino offered contract extension to lead USMNT for second World Cup cycle
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The United States Soccer Federation has offered head coach Mauricio Pochettino a contract extension through 2030, but any decision will be postponed until after the 2026 World Cup.
- Pochettino’s current contract expires after the 2026 tournament, and ongoing discussions have indicated U.S. Soccer’s strong interest in retaining him for another four-year cycle.
- The extension would cover major events including the 2028 Copa America and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, alongside the opening of a new $250 million national training center in Atlanta.
- Pochettino has had interest from European clubs, including AC Milan, but has expressed openness to staying with the U.S. team, emphasizing the potential to build a lasting legacy in American soccer.
- U.S. Soccer is prepared to offer a competitive salary aligned with top international coaches, supported by significant philanthropic and commercial backing, to keep Pochettino beyond the home World Cup.
