B.J Callaghan has been named head coach of the USMNT for next month's CONCACAF Nations League and Gold Cup tournaments, replacing interim boss Anthony Hudson.
Hudson took control of five games following Gregg Berhalter's dismissal after the World Cup, winning two, drawing two and losing once. But US Soccer today, Tuesday, announced that Callaghan has been promoted to the head coach role after working as an assistant for the last four years.
“B.J. has been an integral part of the USMNT staff during the last four years as this young team has grown and developed,” sporting director Matt Crocker said. “Working alongside Anthony Hudson these last five months, we are confident he is prepared and ready to lead this group in the summer tournaments. We are grateful to Anthony for the tremendous job he did and wish him success in the future.”
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Callaghan joined US Soccer in 2019, serving as the strategy analyst before earning himself a promotion as assistant coach for the 2021 Nations League and Gold Cup titles. "I understand the responsibility of the job and am honoured to have the opportunity to build upon the progress this group has made the last four years," he said.
"Together, we have built a strong culture and a great understanding of how we want to play, and we expect to continue to build on that progress. Our goal is clear: defend both of our Concacaf titles."
The appointment comes ahead of next month's international break. The USMNT will look to defend their Nations League title by overcoming Mexico then one of Panama or Canada before beginning their Gold Cup campaign - which takes place from June 24-July 16.
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