Bearer of Hope Mikey Varas to Help USMNT Shine Again

American soccer is eagerly anticipating a new era under Mauricio Pochettino, but for the next seven days, the focus of the national team remains on two friendly matches. These matches aim to conclude the disappointing Copa America campaign and reignite excitement among fans after a turbulent summer. A promising figure in this context could be Mikey Varas. The former assistant to Gregg Berhalter, who had to vacate his position following the disappointing Copa performance, will take interim charge of the games against Canada and New Zealand. Varas enjoys high regard from Luchi Gonzalez, who has known him for a decade. As a former coach of the San Jose Earthquakes, Gonzalez brought Varas on as an assistant at FC Dallas in 2018, after Varas had already made a name for himself in the academy sector. Gonzalez describes Varas as one of the most talented soccer experts in the country, capable of achieving impressive results with both national youth teams and club teams. Varas is described as a deep thinker who excels particularly in training methods and innovation. According to Gonzalez, he shares similar philosophies with Varas concerning player development. During their time together at FC Dallas, positive results were evident, especially in technical and tactical training as well as set pieces. Peter Luccin, interim head coach of FC Dallas and former Atlético Madrid player, emphasizes Varas’ determination and openness. Luccin, who also supported Varas on the coaching staff, sees him as a patriotic and extremely competitive coach who inspires his team to always give 100 percent. Luccin describes Varas as an extremely methodical and attentive coach, particularly convincing in youth development. Varas’ earlier position as coach of the U14 team of Sacramento Republic in 2016 is another testament to his expertise in the youth sector, which now makes him well-suited for the interim leadership of the national team. While Varas enjoys time off the field with his family, his friend Luccin looks forward to the upcoming matches with great anticipation. He is convinced that Varas, with his positive attitude and will to win, will lead the team to new successes. Gonzalez urges Varas to savor this moment and motivate the players. With a clear focus on young talent and a promising mentality, Varas faces exciting times ahead that may pave the way for a brilliant future.