Miami FC have today announced the appointment of former AC Milan and Italy midfielder Antonio Nocerino as their new head coach ahead of the 2024 USL Championship season.
Nocerino has a UEFA Pro coaching license and made over 350 professional appearances, playing for Milan and Juventus among others as well as representing the Italian national team. A move to Orlando City came at the end of his career, where he became a coach.
He will become the fifth head coach in Miami FC’s history, and the appointment was made by Riccardo Silva who is the owner of the club as well as an investor in Milan.
“I am extremely excited to bring in an individual like Antonio Nocerino to lead this next phase of Miami FC’s future,” Silva said.
“Antonio’s incredible experience, knowledge and character are the perfect fit for The Miami Football Club as we pursue our mission to become a destination for players domestically and internationally. Our commitment to this city has never been stronger.”
Nocerino coached previously at Orlando City’s Development Academy and Potenza Calcio in Italy where he showed significant growth and improvements in the squad, his experience as player, coach and mentor will assist in a successful transition into the head coach role.
“I am honoured for the opportunity to write a new chapter as head coach of Miami FC. I truly believe in the short-term projects we have planned here at the club but also the long-term ones, which represent a new and exciting challenge,” Nocerino said.
“One of my goals will be to make a lasting impact on and off the field. My approach will always be the same: determination, discipline, resourcefulness, and appreciation for every moment that football has to offer.”
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