ST. LOUIS (KMOX) - St. Louis CITY SC has hired Bradley Carnell as the first head coach in franchise history. He was unveiled during a virtual press conference on Wednesday.
Carnell, 44, spent the last five seasons as an assistant coach for New York Red Bulls of Major League Soccer. The South African-born former player made 42 appearances for the South Africa national team and was a part of 2002 World Cup roster.
“I am grateful to be a part of the St. Louis CITY family, a team where I can help build something special in a city that is already so passionate about soccer,” said Carnell. “Lutz’s vision matches my ambitions of building a competitive team through the heavy use of data, technology and a keen focus on individual player development. I am looking forward to establishing a team that reflects St. Louis – one that’s diverse, hardworking and community led. I am thrilled to help create the future of the sport in an incredible soccer city.”
CITY sporting director Lutz Pfannenstiel said he was selected from a list of more than 100 candidates with both U.S. and international experience.
As head coach, Carnell will be responsible for the on-field execution of the club’s soccer philosophy and will also play a major role in squad development by supporting Pfannenstiel in identifying players that fit the club’s playing style and culture.
Carnell had a previous relationship with his new boss as an ambassador of Pfannensteil’s Global United FC foundation and having played in a charity match organized by the foundation in Nambia in 2015.
CITY will begin competing in the MLS in 2023.
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