Mauricio Pochettino is nearing a four-year contract to remain as the head coach of the U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT) following their participation in the 2026 World Cup, according to reports. The deal would extend his tenure through the 2030 World Cup.
Pochettino, 54, led the USMNT to their first World Cup knockout-round victory since 2002 with a win against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the newly established Round of 32. The team's World Cup campaign concluded with a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the Round of 16. This outcome led to some speculation about his future, given that the team reached the same stage in previous tournaments.
Prior to the start of the 2026 World Cup, the U.S. Soccer Federation had reportedly offered Pochettino a new contract, as his previous agreement was set to expire after the tournament. Talks have been progressing positively, with an announcement anticipated soon, potentially ahead of upcoming matches in September and October.