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U.S. Soccer Nears Pochettino Extension Through 2030 World Cup

7/30/2026

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U.S. Soccer and head coach Mauricio Pochettino are in final stages of a contract that would keep him through the 2030 World Cup.
Pochettino told media on 17 July a decision on his future would come next week.
Both parties want to finalize quickly to focus on friendlies in late September and early October.
He earns roughly $6 million per year plus a $2.5 million signing bonus, with negotiations reportedly including a raise.

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U.S. Soccer and head coach Mauricio Pochettino are in final stages of a contract that would keep him through the 2030 World Cup.
Pochettino told media on 17 July a decision on his future would come next week.
Both parties want to finalize quickly to focus on friendlies in late September and early October.
He earns roughly $6 million per year plus a $2.5 million signing bonus, with negotiations reportedly including a raise.