What happened: Mauricio Pochettino confirmed in a statement that he will maintain support for the USMNT as he departs to take over at Manchester United. The formal transition concludes his tenure with the national team following an agreement between both sides.

Why it matters: The negotiated buyout package for Pochettino and his coaching staff exceeds $10 million. The unexpected vacancy forces U.S. Soccer to restart its managerial search ahead of upcoming international fixtures.

What to watch: Pochettino and U.S. officials are scheduled to hold a joint briefing at 9:15 a.m. ET to address the transition.