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Sporting Kansas City, Vermes ‘mutually’ break up

On Monday, March 31, 2025, Sporting Kansas City and manager Peter Vermes mutually agreed to part ways, with the announcement made at 11:05 AM ET.
Sporting Kansas City's recent performance, including missing the playoffs in two of the last three seasons and a winless start to the 2025 season, contributed to the decision.
Vermes served as head coach for 16 years, leading SKC to four major championships, including the 2013 MLS Cup, and coached 609 matches across all competitions.
Vermes, who was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2013, expressed gratitude, stating, "It would be hard to list all of the people I want to thank after 20 seasons in managerial positions at Sporting Kansas City."
Kerry Zavagnin, a former Kansas City Wizard midfielder and current assistant coach, has been appointed as the interim head coach, effective immediately, as the club looks to improve its performance.

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