Keith Overview

U.S. Soccer have brought the USMNT manager back with a four-year contract that will see him lead the team for potentially three major tournaments - but is it the right call?

Widespread controversy

Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to a new contract that will see him return as U.S. Men's National Team head coach for the 2030 World Cup cycle, U.S. Soccer has confirmed. The Argentine coach will return for his first full cycle after leading the USMNT to the Round of 16 at this past summer's World Cup.

Gianni Infantino’s grip on the FIFA presidency appears to be slipping as the Swiss-Italian administrator turns to the United States government for a lifeline. Following the collapse of a controversial plan to sell off the commercial rights of the World Cup, Infantino is reportedly seeking high-level political intervention to secure his professional future.