Overview

• Mikey Varas, 41, was named the first head coach of MLS expansion franchise San Diego FC on Monday.
• Varas recently served as the interim head coach for the U.S. men's national team and led the U.S. U-20 squad to the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup quarterfinals.
• He also guided the U.S. U-20 team to the 2022 CONCACAF Championship, securing the nation's first men's Olympic berth since 2008.
• San Diego FC will play its home games at San Diego State's football stadium and will debut as the 30th MLS team in 2025.
• The team currently has six players under contract, including notable Mexican winger Chucky Lozano.