US Soccer Hires Top-Ranked Coach Emma Hayes for Women's National Team

Hayes comes to US Soccer after transforming Chelsea into a formidable team, winning several WSL titles, and demonstrating a superb ability to manage top talents; move signifies US recognition of shifting power base in women's soccer.

• Emma Hayes has been hired as the new coach of the US Women's National Soccer team, coming after her successful tenure at Chelsea where she won four consecutive WSL titles and transformed them into a global powerhouse.
• Hayes's appointment signifies a shift in the power dynamics of women's soccer, with the US finally acknowledging the rise of European leagues, especially the English WSL where Hayes had coached.
• Hayes has vast experience not only in managing top international talents and big egos but also in implementing compelling tactical approaches, shifting seamlessly between different formations to bring out the best in her teams.
• Her experience in US soccer includes coaching stints in the NCAA with Iona as well as roles in the Women's Professional Soccer league with Chicago, New York, and Washington.
• Hayes's appointment also brings an opportunity for a rebuilding of the USWNT team, which has recently seen many experienced players retire, making way for a younger generation of talent.

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