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New York Red Bulls part ways with coach, sporting director
The Red Bulls said they opted not to renew Lesesne’s contract, while also dismissing assistant coach Zach Prince. Lesesne’s replacement will become the team’s 20th coach in 29 seasons.

Chicago Fire sign directors Georg Heitz & Sebastian Pelzer to contract extensions
Chicago last won a playoff series in 2007, and they haven’t clinched a spot in MLS Cup playoffs since the 2017 season.

Chicago Fire reward Brian Gutiérrez with U22 Initiative deal
Gutiérrez has leveled up the past two seasons, tallying four goals and 16 assists in 65 matches for Chicago.