US Soccer has offered head coach Mauricio Pochettino a four-year contract extension that would keep the Argentine tactician in charge of the US Men’s National Team through the 2030 World Cup cycle. The proposal, reported on June 26, 2026, comes as the USMNT rides a wave of momentum during the ongoing 2026 World Cup on home soil.

Pochettino has been in charge since late 2024, and the results have been hard to argue with. A commanding 4-1 victory over Paraguay helped the US secure a top-of-group finish in the current tournament.

Pochettino’s resume includes stints at Tottenham Hotspur, Paris Saint-Germain, and Chelsea. The decision on whether Pochettino accepts the extension is expected to come after the 2026 World Cup concludes.

Crypto sponsors betting big on American soccer

Kraken, the major crypto exchange, announced its official partnership with US Soccer on June 9, 2026. The deal makes Kraken a visible presence across USMNT branding and matchday experiences.