MLS Managers’ European Struggles: Ramsay & Nancy’s Short Stints Highlight Context Over Coaching
The recent rapid sackings of former MLS coaches Eric Ramsay and Wilfried Nancy from West Brom and Celtic, respectively, have sparked debate about the readiness of MLS managers for European football.
This article argues their failures stem from a lack of contextual understanding by hiring clubs, rather than a deficiency in coaching ability, as both were successful in MLS by implementing patient, philosophical approaches that require time and stability.