Aug 27
MLS

A New Era Begins in Miami

By
James Trance / CultureWave
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Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images

Inter Miami CF has reached an agreement with Cristian “Kily” González to become the club’s new head coach. González will officially take charge after receiving the necessary United States work permits.

The former Argentina international arrives with coaching experience in his home country, having previously managed Rosario Central, Unión and Platense. Before becoming a coach, González played for clubs including Valencia, Inter Milan and Rosario Central while earning 56 appearances for Argentina.

Kily Gonzalez of Argentina running during the FIFA World Cup Finals 2002 Group F match between Argentina and England at Sapporo Dome on June 7, 2002 in Sapporo, Japan. (Photo by Richard Sellers/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images)

Guillermo Hoyos will remain in charge on an interim basis until González and his staff can begin working with the team. The appointment gives Inter Miami a permanent leader as the defending MLS Cup champions enter an important stretch of their season.

Guillermo Hoyos, Head Coach of Inter Miami CF, reacts during the MLS match between Inter Miami CF and Toronto FC at Nu Stadium on August 22, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

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With Lionel Messi, Casemiro and several other experienced players on the roster, González will immediately face the pressure of getting Miami back into consistent form and keeping the club in contention for another trophy.

Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF looks on during the MLS match between Inter Miami CF and Toronto FC at Nu Stadium on August 22, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
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