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D.C. United Appoint Rene Weiler as Head Coach

His appointment reflects GM Ally Mackay’s plan to leverage Weiler’s trophy-winning pedigree to end United’s five-year playoff absence.

Soccer Football - Europa Conference League - Play-off - Second Leg - PFC Ludogorets Razgrad v Servette - Ludogorets Arena, Razgrad, Bulgaria - February 22, 2024 Servette coach Rene Weiler reacts REUTERS/Stoyan Nenov/File Photo
Christian Benteke is the leading scorer with six goals for a struggling DC United side

Overview

  • D.C. United hired Rene Weiler on July 16, replacing Troy Lesesne after he posted an 18-26-17 record and following a six-day interim spell under academy director Kevin Flanagan.
  • The 51-year-old Swiss coach has led clubs in Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, Egypt and Japan since 2009.
  • He guided Servette FC to the 2024 Swiss Cup title and has won league championships with Anderlecht and Al Ahly among his six major trophies.
  • General manager Ally Mackay said Weiler’s disciplined tactics and focus on player development align with the club’s effort to establish a clear playing identity.
  • United currently sit 13th in the Eastern Conference and face the prospect of missing the MLS Cup Playoffs for a sixth straight season.