Wilfried Nancy Named MLS Coach of the Year

Wilfried Nancy has been awarded the 2024 Sigi Schmid MLS Coach of the Year, marking his first win after three consecutive years as a finalist. Under his leadership, the Columbus Crew achieved a record-breaking season, securing 66 points, 72 goals, and tying for 19 wins, while finishing second in the Eastern Conference. The Crew also won the 2024 Leagues Cup and advanced to the final of the CONCACAF Champions Cup, though they were eliminated in the first round of the MLS Playoffs. Nancy garnered 40.02% of the vote, surpassing other notable coaches like Tata Martino and Chris Armas. This recognition highlights the Crew's impressive performance, including a league-best goal differential of +32 and the highest average possession in MLS. Nancy is the first Crew coach to receive this honor since Sigi Schmid in 2008.