Gerardo “Tata” Martino, the coach who led Inter Miami to the best regular season record in Major League Soccer history, has announced his resignation from the club for personal reasons. Martino, who took over the coaching reins in July 2023, made this decision following the team's elimination in the first round of this year's MLS Cup playoffs.
During his tenure, Martino guided Inter Miami to a remarkable 26-9-12 record in MLS regular season matches, culminating in the team winning its first two trophies: the Leagues Cup in 2023 and the Supporters Shield for being the best MLS regular season team this year.
Despite facing challenges such as injuries to star player Lionel Messi and national team commitments, Martino's leadership propelled Inter Miami to unprecedented success. The team finished the season with 74 points, setting a new MLS record, and achieved a .765 winning percentage, another milestone in league history.
Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham expressed gratitude to Martino and his staff for their outstanding season during an on-field ceremony after the regular season concluded. The club now looks ahead to appointing a new head coach for the upcoming 2025 season, which promises to be demanding with international preseason tours, a 34-match MLS slate, and participation in the Club World Cup starting in June.
Martino's departure marks the end of a significant chapter for Inter Miami, as the club prepares to transition under new leadership following his successful tenure. The team will aim to build on the foundation laid by Martino and continue striving for excellence in the competitive landscape of Major League Soccer.
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