After a years-long dalliance, U.S. Soccer named Jurgen Klinsmann as National Team coach yesterday.
U.S. Soccer president Sunil Gulati held discussions with Klinsmann after the 2006 and 2010 World Cups, but the German legend wanted more power and control over the entire U.S. system than Gulati was prepared to give. But after Bob Bradley was fired on Thursday, apparently the third time was the charm.
"We're excited to have Jurgen as the head coach of our men's National Team," Gulati said. "He's a highly accomplished player and coach with the experience and knowledge to advance the program."
Klinsmann is expected to be introduced Monday in New York, with his first game against Mexico on Aug. 10 in Philadelphia (9 p.m., ESPN2).
"I am proud and honored to be named the head coach of the U.S. Men's National Team," said Klinsmann. "I would like to thank the U.S. Soccer Federation for the opportunity, and I'm excited about the challenge ahead."
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