Mauricio Pochettino, head coach of the US men’s national team (USMNT), has secured a contract extension with the US Soccer Federation that will keep him in charge through the 2030 World Cup. The announcement was made on Monday, following months of negotiations that gained momentum after the USMNT's exit in the last-16 of the recent World Cup.

The federation expressed a strong desire for Pochettino to remain at the helm, and reports indicated that they were in the final stages of finalizing the deal. While financial specifics were not disclosed, it is anticipated that Pochettino will receive a raise from his previous salary of $6 million per year, already the highest for a US head coach.

Key details include:

• Ken Griffin, a billionaire hedge fund manager, continues to be the primary backer of Pochettino’s contract.
• Pochettino's role is expected to expand, focusing primarily on the senior team while also advising on the broader development of youth soccer and coaching education.

Pochettino emphasized the potential for strengthening the program, stating, "The passion we experienced from the fans throughout the World Cup only strengthened our belief in what is possible here."

During his tenure, Pochettino has led the USMNT to a record of 18 wins, 12 losses, and 1 draw. Highlights include a stunning 4-1 victory over Paraguay in the group stage of the World Cup. However, the team faced criticism for its performance against Belgium, where they were eliminated.

Despite not achieving the goal of advancing past the last 16, the federation has provided Pochettino another opportunity to lead the team toward success in 2030.