Chelsea to hire Austin McPhee as new set piece coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 3:39 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Chelsea will appoint Austin McPhee as their new set piece coach, replacing Bernardo Cueva. Cueva is transitioning to a more behind-the-scenes role, which the club states is not a demotion. McPhee, known for his success at Aston Villa, has reportedly seen his release clause activated by Chelsea. He has gained recognition for his contributions to set-pieces, with Villa scoring 74 goals from such situations over the last three years, including 29 last season.
- •Chelsea changes set piece coaches ahead of the new season.
- •Bernardo Cueva moves to a behind-the-scenes role.
- •Austin McPhee leaves Aston Villa to join Chelsea.
- •McPhee's release clause was reportedly activated.
- •Villa scored 74 goals from set pieces in the last three years.
- 3:39 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea set to appoint a new set piece coach
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 3:39 AMChelsea set to appoint a new set piece coach
Bernardo Cueva era over
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