Marsch Says He Is Committed to Canada After Pochettino’s Move

Jesse Marsch said he intends to remain Canada’s coach after Mauricio Pochettino left the U.S. men’s national team to take charge of Manchester United. Pochettino’s appointment followed the firing of Michael Carrick, announced less than a day earlier, and ends the Argentine coach’s tenure with the U.S. team after he signed a four-year contract extension in August. The move carries a $10 million financial consequence for United.

Marsch, who also recently agreed to a four-year extension with Canada, said his decision to stay was unconditional. He described his commitment to the team, the federation and soccer in Canada as firm.

Marsch had previously sought the U.S. job, believing in 2022 that he had secured it. He turned down an offer from Leicester City before U.S. Soccer changed course and rehired Gregg Berhalter. Marsch became Canada’s coach in 2024.

Under Marsch, Canada reached the knockout stage of the World Cup for the first time. The team recorded its first World Cup point, first tournament win and first knockout-stage victory, defeating South Africa 1-0 with a goal in added time to earn a place in the last 16.

U.S. Soccer is now looking at Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola as a leading candidate to replace Pochettino. Nashville SC coach B.J. Callaghan and U.S. under-23 coach Steve Cherundolo have also been mentioned as possible successors.