Toronto FC are the newest MLS workforce trying to find a head coach following the resignation of John Herdman on Friday.
The membership introduced that Herdman, 49, was stepping down following 15 months as head coach. He was employed in August 2023.
“Personally, I’ve made the troublesome resolution that it is the proper time for me to step away from the membership, because the group defines its imaginative and prescient for the long run,” Herdman mentioned in a press release. “It has been an honor to put on the Toronto FC crest and contribute to the expansion of the membership. Working with this devoted group of gamers and employees has been a real privilege.”
Toronto completed the 2024 season with an 11-19-4 file and the membership is out of the MLS Cup playoffs. Herdman’s general file was 16-22-6.
Throughout his time as head coach, Toronto reached the League’s Cup group stage and the Canadian Championship last.
“I additionally wish to thank the unimaginable followers for the help they’ve proven me each on and off the pitch,” Herdman mentioned. “I want the group success going ahead, and I look ahead to the following chapter in my profession.”
Staff president and CEO Keith Pelley mentioned the seek for the following head coach will start instantly, making Toronto the newest workforce with a emptiness to fill.
Additionally in quest of a head coach are the New York Metropolis Soccer Membership, Atlanta United, Philadelphia Union and Vancouver Whitecaps.
Earlier this season, Herdman and two of his gamers had been suspended for one match following a post-match melee with New York Metropolis FC.
