Resolution criteria

• This market resolves based on the official announcement by the U.S. Soccer Federation (ussoccer.com) naming the next permanent head coach of the United States Men's National Team (USMNT) that will be replacing Mauricio Pochettino. Interim or temporary coaches do not count.

• An individual will resolve Yes if they are officially appointed as the head coach on a permanent basis.

• All other candidates will resolve No.

• Appointments explicitly designated as interim, caretaker, or temporary do not count towards resolution unless later made permanent by U.S. Soccer.

• In the event of conflicting reports, official press releases and announcements directly from U.S. Soccer serve as the final source of truth.

• The market remains open until a permanent appointment is officially announced.

Background

Following reports of Mauricio Pochettino finalizing a move away from the USMNT to Manchester United, U.S. Soccer enters a search for a replacement to lead the squad through the 2027 Concacaf Gold Cup and the cycle building toward the 2030 FIFA World Cup.

Potential candidates and names mentioned in early reporting include:

• Pep Guardiola: Unattached after departing Manchester City, frequently linked to ambitious national team projects.

• Steve Cherundolo: LAFC head coach with extensive domestic and international coaching experience, including leading the 2024 U.S. Olympic team.

• B.J. Callaghan: Former USMNT assistant and interim manager who guided the team to the 2023 Concacaf Nations League title before managing Nashville SC.

• Pellegrino Matarazzo: American manager with extensive experience in the German Bundesliga.

• Mikey Varas: Former USMNT U-20 coach and senior interim manager, recently managing in MLS.

• Gareth Southgate, Roberto Martínez, and Thierry Henry: Established international figures often discussed when major federation openings arise.