Mista, end to the Canadian adventure

The Ottawa Athletic, Canadian project of the Atlético de Madrid, will look for a new head coach. The club confirmed that Miguel Ángel Ferrer ‘Mista’, who has served as a director for the past two seasons, will not be back next year. The club pointed out that it is “a mutual separation” after their contract with the team expires. Premier league Canadian.

“We want to thank Myst for believing in this project and helping us establish solid roots for the Athletic Ottawa in the nation’s capital, ”said the executive president of the Atlético Ottawa, Fernando López, it’s a statement. “His willingness to take on this responsibility in what we knew would be a difficult first few years is a testament to his character and love of football. We are grateful for everything he has invested in this team and we wish him great success in the next chapter of his coaching career, “he said.

Myst he was the first coach in franchise history. He was appointed to the position in March 2020. He was tasked with building an expansion club from scratch in a short span of time, and at a time when borders and leagues were closing. The club had six wins, eight draws and 14 losses in his tenure.

“I want to thank the Atlético de Madrid for entrusting me with the responsibilities of this challenging and exciting project, to the players and staff for understanding what we were trying to achieve, and to all the fans of Ottawa for believing in us, “he said Myst. “I am proud of what we did during this difficult time and I know that the club will be successful for years to come.”