Chicago Stars FC fire Marin Sjögren and assistant coach Jacobson amid struggles
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 8:46 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Chicago Stars FC announced the departure of head coach Marin Sjögren and assistant coach Anders Jacobson on August 12, 2026. The club is last in the league with 12 points after showing only a one-win improvement from the previous season. Karina Baez has been promoted to interim head coach, while Lorne Donaldson returns as interim director of coaching. The organization aims to rebuild towards becoming a serious contender in the NWSL for the 2027 season. Donaldson's return comes following positive player feedback from his previous tenure, and he expressed enthusiasm for rejoining the team during this transitional phase.
- •Sjögren leaves with a 4W-13L-1D record this season.
- •Baez will serve as interim head coach through the 2026 season.
- •Donaldson returns to help stabilize the club's infrastructure.
- •Chicago Stars FC's next match is against Seattle Reign FC on Friday.
- 8:46 PMCBS Sports — Chicago Stars FC part ways with Marin Sjögren and assistant coach Anders Jacobson amid last place season
"The two coaches joined the club last season and combined for a one-win improvement from 2025.
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