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Sporting KC Names Raphael Wicky Head Coach on Multi-Year Deal

The former Young Boys boss is tasked with a rapid reset before the Feb. 21 opener.

Overview

  • Wicky, 48, signed through the 2027-28 MLS season with a club option for 2028-29.
  • He succeeds Peter Vermes, who exited after 17 seasons, following a 7-20-7 campaign completed by interim Kerry Zavagnin.
  • President and general manager David Lee highlighted Wicky’s domestic and international credentials and an attack-minded, possession style.
  • The appointment comes with less than seven weeks to prepare before Sporting KC visits San Jose on Feb. 21.
  • Wicky led Young Boys to a 2022-23 league-and-cup double and previously coached the Chicago Fire and the U.S. U-17s, with his appointment pending a P-1 visa.