D.C. United Fires Head Coach Lesesne, Names Flanagan Interim

D.C. United has fired head coach Troy Lesesne after less than two seasons amid a disappointing 2025 season, where the team sits 12th in the MLS Eastern Conference with just four wins in 21 matches and recently suffered a 5-2 Open Cup loss after leading 2-0. Assistant coach Zach Prince was also dismissed. Academy Director Kevin Flanagan has been named interim head coach, marking his first MLS head coaching role, while the club has begun searching for a permanent replacement aligned with its long-term vision. Reports indicate that Swiss coach René Weiler, formerly of Servette FC, is set to become the new head coach once his work visa is secured. Lesesne ended his tenure with an 18-26-17 record across all competitions, having taken over from Wayne Rooney in 2024. The club's general manager, Ally Mackay, emphasized the pivotal nature of this moment and the commitment to making the right decision for D.C. United's future.