Adedokun Waliyu 
John Herdman is Toronto FC’s newest head coach, and he’s leaving the men’s national team, TFC announced on Monday afternoon.
Herdman will help Canada Soccer with the transition of his current role and assume coaching responsibilities with the MLS club as of Oct. 1, TFC said.
Herdman, who has coached both the women’s and men’s national teams, will leave the national program effectively immediately, according to The Athletic’s Joshua Kloke.
“I am keen to start this new opportunity with Toronto FC. Personally, it’s the right time for me to step into a new challenge in my career, and the structure of a club environment is a context I’ve aspired to operate in. Having access to connect and collaborate with the staff and players daily allows for a different depth of development and connection, both on and off the pitch,” said Herdman.
Canada is slated to co-host the 2026 World Cup alongside Mexico and the U.S., which gives Canada and automatic berth in the tournament.
“I’ve had a great relationship with John over the years and have always been impressed with his ability to get the most out of his teams,” said Toronto FC president Bill Manning. “John is more than just a coach. He’s a great leader and a culture builder. We look forward to John having the same positive impact with TFC as he has had with Canada Soccer.”
Bob Bradley was fired as head coach of the Reds earlier this season and former player Terry Dunfield was brought in on an interim basis.
According to Kloke, assistant coaches Simon Eaddy and Eric Tenllado, lead scout, Alex Dodgshon, and Head of Performance, Dr. Cesar Meylan, are also leaving the national team.
