Overview

• Hayes was enshrined in Manchester, joining a Hall of Fame that includes Sir Alex Ferguson, Bob Paisley and Brian Clough.
• The former Chelsea manager earned the recognition after seven WSL titles and a swift impact with the United States.
• Since taking the U.S. job in 2024, she has won Olympic gold and says international football’s longer cycles give her valuable planning time.
• She likened national-team camps to “becoming a grandparent,” working intensely with players before they return to their clubs.
• Hayes praised Chelsea’s continuity under Sonia Bompastor and reiterated her focus on the U.S. role over speculation about England.