The United States Soccer Federation has made a strategic decision to secure the long-term development of the national team. It has been officially announced that the partnership with the head coach of the national team, Mauricio Pochettino, has been extended. The new agreement with the 54-year-old Argentine specialist runs until 2030, confirming the leadership's trust in his vision for the future of American football.
Statistics and Trust After the 2026 World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino took charge of the US national team in September 2024. During his tenure, the team has played 31 matches, achieving the following results: 18 wins, one draw, and 12 losses. The main test was the home World Cup 2026, where the Americans managed to reach the round of 16 but lost to the Belgian national team.
Despite exiting in the first round of the knockout stage, the leadership of American football did not change course. On the contrary, a decision was made to entrust the Argentine with the next four-year preparation cycle, counting on further progress of the team.
Expansion of Powers: From the First Team to the Pyramid
The new contract implies a significant expansion of Pochettino's and his coaching staff's responsibilities. Now, their work goes beyond preparing the national team for tournaments. The specialists will be involved in creating the entire football pyramid of the country.
Specifically, the Argentine and his assistants' area of responsibility will include:
- Oversight of the development of youth national teams;
- Participation in coaching education systems;
- Establishing interaction with professional leagues;
- Development of other technical aspects of football in the USA.
Immediate Tasks
Ahead of the US national team under Pochettino's leadership is an important series of tournaments. The upcoming competitions will be the CONCACAF Gold Cup and the CONCACAF Nations League. After their completion, the team will begin the qualification path for the 2030 World Cup.
