Steve McClaren Named Head Coach of Jamaica

Steve McClaren has left his role as assistant coach at Manchester United to become the head coach of Jamaica's men's national team. McClaren, 63, has signed a two-year contract and aims to guide Jamaica to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking their first appearance since 1998. Jamaica's national team has been without a manager since Heimir Hallgrimsson's departure following a disappointing Copa America. McClaren, who previously served as a technical advisor for FIFA, expressed excitement about his new role and confidence in Jamaica's potential. Manchester United's head coach Erik ten Hag praised McClaren for his contributions, noting that the staffing restructure at United this summer prompted McClaren's decision to seek a new challenge.