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Four NWSL coaches emerge as frontrunners for annual season award

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 3:38 PM

Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Four NWSL coaches emerge as frontrunners for annual season award

Summary

Four managers remain in contention for the 2026 NWSL Coach of the Year award as the regular season reaches its final stretch. Juan Carlos Amorós leads the list while guiding Gotham FC to the top of the table. Mak Lind has transformed the North Carolina Courage into the league's highest-scoring side during his first year in charge. Adrián González remains a top candidate after stabilizing the Washington Spirit despite roster changes and injuries. Additionally, Jimmy Coenraets is recognized for elevating Utah from a 12th-place finish last season to a current top-four standing. The recipient of the award may be decided by the final results of the NWSL Shield race.

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Status Watch

•Juan Carlos Amorós leads the league standings with Gotham FC.
•Mak Lind has the North Carolina Courage leading the league with 46 goals.
•Adrián González kept the Washington Spirit in contention despite numerous roster injuries.
•Jimmy Coenraets moved Utah into the top four after a 12th-place finish last year.

Latest Updates

3:38 PMYahoo Sports — NWSL Coach of the Year – Top Four Frontrunners: Juan Carlos Amorós, Mak Lind, Adrián González and Jimmy Coenraets remain standing

What they're saying

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Four coaches are making their cases to be chosen as the best for this 2026 season. Who you got? Gotham FC, NC Courage, Washington Spirit, and Utah Royals are all represented.
— Yahoo Sports

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