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North Carolina Courage Dismiss Sean Nahas and Appoint Thackeray as Interim Coach

Ceri Bowley pointed to performance concerns framed by the club’s high standards as the catalyst for the change

Overview

  • The Courage terminated Nahas’s contract on August 6 after a 5-4-5 start left the team ninth in the NWSL standings
  • Chief Soccer Officer Dr. Ceri Bowley said a “multitude of factors” including inconsistent play and organizational benchmarks informed the decision
  • Sources with knowledge of the matter and ESPN reporting confirm there are no investigations into Nahas’s conduct
  • Goalkeeper-assistant Nathan Thackeray was named acting head coach as the team prepares for its next match
  • The club has launched a full review of its coaching structure while striving to revive its late-season playoff bid