IrelandMauricio Pochettino has signed a contract extension with the United States Soccer Federation that will keep him as the men's national team head coach through the 2030 World Cup. The agreement was reached after months of negotiations, despite the U.S. team's early exit from the 2022 World Cup. Pochettino will receive a salary increase, building upon his current $6 million annual earnings. Billionaire investor Ken Griffin will continue to fund the deal. Pochettino's expanded role includes advising on youth development, coaching education, and professional league collaboration. While his tenure began with strong performances, including a notable win against Paraguay, the team struggled in the last-16 round against Belgium, leading to criticism of both the coach and players.
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