Getty/GOALAmidst rumors about the USMNT position, Wilfried Nancy, the most skillful coach in MLS, expresses his appreciation for life, his mentor, and other aspects.
The unexpected rise has been as swift as a meteor’s trajectory.
Wilfried Nancy has emerged as a prominent figure in Major League Soccer, propelled into the spotlight following Thierry Henry’s departure as head coach of CF Montreal in 2021. Transitioning from his role as an assistant coach under Henry, Nancy’s meteoric rise has established him as the most esteemed manager in MLS. Within a mere three years, he has ascended to the pinnacle of the domestic league standings.
Nancy led the Canadian side to unprecedented success during his two seasons with the team, a feat that has not been matched since his departure before the 2023 season. Additionally, the previous year’s campaign in Columbus was a remarkable breakthrough for the team.
In his first year with the Eastern Conference side, he successfully guided the Crew to win the MLS Cup. The following year, in 2024, he led them to the final of the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Recently, there have been talks linking him as a potential replacement for Gregg Berhalter as the USMNT coach. Addressing the speculation, he expressed his satisfaction in being considered interesting to the country and having the opportunity to contribute something meaningful.
Nancy, who served as head coach in this week's 2024 MLS All-Star Game in Columbus, sat down with GOAL to discuss his coaching philosophy, personal growth, his mentor Henry, and how he defines personal success amid links to the vacant U.S. men's national team coaching role.
