Peter Vermes was dismissed as head coach of Sporting Kansas City after a lengthy tenure of 15 years. While he led the team to several successes, including an MLS Cup and U.S. Open Cup, his recent records showed a decline in performance, missing playoffs multiple times. The decision came after a poor start to the 2025 season. Owner Mike Illig expressed the difficulty of the choice but acknowledged the need for change as the single-person management model in MLS undergoes reevaluation.
"On a personal level, one of the hardest things I've ever done... it was brutal. It was a heavy moment... it was understood why it was being had."
"Despite Vermes' long tenure, his dismissal wasn't a surprise, as his time in Kansas City had been trending downward for a while."
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