How coach Mauricio Pochettino made believers out of the U.S. World Cup team

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1. -3885s ago

   Pochettino Nears Contract Extension with USMNT

   Mauricio Pochettino is close to agreeing on a contract extension with the U.S. men's national team. The team advanced to the World Cup knockout stage under his guidance. Discussions have been ongoing since the team's exit in the round of 16.

   What's confirmed:

   • Mauricio Pochettino guided the U.S. men's national team to the World Cup knockout stage after a group win.
   • Pochettino and the U.S. federation have been in talks since the Americans exited the 2026 World Cup in the round of 16.
   • It appears that Mauricio Pochettino will be running it back with the US men's national team for another World Cup.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Pochettino's contract extension would lead the team through the 2030 cycle.
   confidence 90%
2. 26d ago

   Pochettino Leads USMNT to World Cup Knockout Stage Amid Contract Talks

   Mauricio Pochettino has guided the U.S. men's national team to the World Cup knockout stage after a group win. He is currently in discussions regarding a contract extension to lead the team through the 2030 cycle. Pochettino noted that rebuilding the team was more difficult than he anticipated.

   What's confirmed:

   • The U.S. men's national team is advancing to the World Cup knockout stage.
   • U.S. Soccer has offered Mauricio Pochettino a contract extension through the 2030 World Cup.
   • The U.S. team will play Bosnia-Herzegovina in a Round of 32 match in Santa Clara.
   • Mauricio Pochettino is the most high-profile hire in the history of the U.S. men's soccer team.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Scott Goodwin and Ken Griffin provided the vision and financial aid necessary for the team's current success.
   confidence 90%