Pascal Jansen Departs as Head Coach of New York City FC
Head Coach Pascal Jansen is departing from New York City FC.
New York, NY, November 8, 2026 — New York City FC (NYCFC) has announced that Head Coach Pascal Jansen is departing from the club. The terms and specific date of his departure were not immediately disclosed. Jansen had been in the role of head coach for the Major League Soccer (MLS) team.
The departure marks the end of Jansen’s tenure with the club. Further details regarding the circumstances surrounding his exit and any future plans for the coaching position were not provided in the initial announcement. The club has not yet named a successor.
Pascal Jansen joined NYCFC at a time of transition for the team. His coaching career has seen him previously manage other clubs, including Feyenoord’s youth academy and the senior team at Sparta Rotterdam before moving to AZ Alkmaar. His time at AZ Alkmaar saw the team compete in European competitions. The specific duration of his contract with New York City FC and the exact timeline of his arrival were not specified in the information available.
The club has not released a statement detailing the reasons for Jansen’s departure, nor have they provided information on any interim coaching plans. This development comes as the team continues its current season. The impact of this coaching change on the team’s performance and future strategy remains to be seen. Information regarding any compensation or severance packages associated with Jansen’s departure was not made public. The club is expected to provide further updates in the coming weeks.
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