[30], Hayes won FA WSL Manager of the Season for a third season running after her team won the FA Cup and the League domestic double,[30] and finished runners-up to Man City in the League Cup.[31]. He has been working as a pundit on talkSPORT radio, after retiring in March following a handful of games for Sunderland last season. 
[6], Hayes's side finished second in The FA WSL 1, five points adrift of Champions Manchester City. Toure, also 39, has been part of the Tottenham set-up since late last year, acting as a part-time coach. [22][25] Hayes became the first woman manager to reach the Champions League final in 12 years. Aided with addition of new players including Ramona Bachmann, Maren Mjelde, Erin Cuthbert and Crystal Dunn, Emma Hayes guided her side to finish top, in a reorganised FA WSL1, on goal difference. All competitive league, cup and European games are included. Hayes joined Chicago Red Stars as a manager in 2008. [34][35], Hayes credits Vic Akers, former Arsenal Women FC manager under whom she was part of the backroom staff when they won an unprecedented quadruple in the 200607 season, for being a "massive" influence on her career. ", England fans pack out Trafalgar Sq in wild celebrations for 'hungover' Lionesses, Furious Germany claim they should have had penalty and say England cheated, BBC apologise for Jill Scotts X-rated Euro blast after foul - but fans love it, Inside Lionesses' wild 4am celebration with champagne & cocktails, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. The team also played the FA Cup competitions and reached the semi-final but were knocked out by Birmingham City in a penalty shoot-out.[20]. [16], "[Hayes] built everything at Chelsea from having the kit washed to having food, to having our own building, to having our own training and pitches. [7], After narrowly missing out on the 2014 FA WSL 1 title on the final day, Hayes oversaw a huge squad overhaul that bore witness to the addition of several arrivals. Now, its an absolute professional setup but everything's been a fight over the years to do that. I have had an incredible journey and have met some amazing people in the game. [6] She gave birth to the surviving twin, Harry,[6] on 17 May 2018. 
[8][9] Marija Banusic, Gemma Davison and Niamh Fahey also joined Chelsea, signing from Kristianstads, Liverpool Ladies and Arsenal Ladies respectively. To be in a position where we can continue to win on behalf of Chelsea is something I think I was born for. [21], Hayes sought to rebuild the team at the conclusion of the 201718 season around new recruits Sam Kerr, Pernille Harder, Melanie Leupolz, Magda Eriksson, and Ann Katrin Berger having moved on some key first-team players. With football ruled out, Hayes took European Studies, Spanish, and Sociology at Liverpool Hope college and later a Master's degree in Intelligence and International Affairs. The Bournemouth gaffer sealed promotion with a second-placed finish in the Championship last season. And the Evening Standard report that Defoe is expected to take up his first academy coaching job next month. ", Katie Chapman, who played under Hayes at three different clubs, credits her with building Chelsea from the ground-up. [14] Later on in the season, they avenged themselves by winning The FA WSL 1 title, after hammering Sunderland at home 40 to secure the trophy. After another stint as a consultant for Washington Freedom, Hayes returned to London and worked for the family business, Covent Garden FX, a currency exchange.[6]. In a statement on Twitter, he wrote: "After 22 years in the game, I have decided to retire from professional football. [18], Hayes was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2016 Birthday Honours for services to football.[19]. Speaking of Hayes's positive influence in her life she said, "Emma's been incredible. [6], In 2018, Hayes was pregnant with twins, but lost one of them, Albie, 28 weeks in. [22] Given Chelsea's dominance in the 202021 season in both Europe and England,[24] some observers[weaselwords] hailed them as one of the best teams ever. [26] On 16 May, her Chelsea team, also playing their first-ever Champions League final, lost 40 to Barcelona Femeni. After their 21 home defeat by VfL Wolfsburg, Hayes criticised The Football Association for poor fixture scheduling, insisting that the competition is "geared to French, German and Swedish teams, and until we change that or listen to clubs like Chelsea we are always going to get knocked out in the early rounds". [17] The Blues also reached the FA Cup Final for the second consecutive year, losing 10 to a strong Arsenal side. [15], In the Women's Champions League, Hayes's side reached the last 16 after defeating Glasgow City. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Tottenham are bringing Defoe back as an academy coach upon his retirement from playing, Yaya Toure joins full-time after spending six months working casually and gaining his coaching badges, sealed promotion with a second-placed finish in the Championship, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. [13] With the agonising memories of final-day defeat still fresh in memory, Hayes guided her side to an historic league and cup double, edging the FA Cup Final thanks to a lone strike from Ji So-yun late on in the first half. [37], Chelsea forward Fran Kirby, who suffered from severe depression after the loss of her mother early in her life and from a career-threatening illness in her late 20s, is particularly close to Hayes. [28] Two months later, she signed a new long-term contract with Chelsea. The 201920 and 202021 season saw her team win back-to-back WSL titles[22] in what were record breaking years,[23] following a trophy-less 201819 campaign. Spurs are reportedly bringing back the Premier League legend, 39, alongside former Manchester City hero Yaya Toure. And Defoe may hope for a similar career trajectory as he looks forward to the "next chapter". The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. PLAY DREAM TEAM NOW FOR FREE WITH 100k IN PRIZE MONEY. For other inquiries, Contact Us. "I made my professional debut at 17 years old in 1999, and I feel now is the right time to bow out. But he is now being handed a full-time position with Defoe. She is currently the manager of FA WSL club Chelsea Women. Hayes joined Arsenal's academy but a career-ending ankle injury while on a ski trip when she was 17 cut-short her playing career. I enjoy representing a club I absolutely adore. View our online Press Pack. The ex-Barcelona midfielder was working with Chris Powell to gain experience on an informal basis, as he worked towards his coaching badges. She's been my rock; the person who made sure I was protected from everything. Both are said to be handed their own age-group teams as part of a overhaul. Hayes was born in Camden, London, and attended Parliament Hill School. [5] She then studied at Liverpool Hope University, graduating in 1999. After she was sacked in 2010, she took up a technical director role at Western New York Flash and advised them on transfers, helping to create a team that won the 2011 Women's Professional Soccer championship. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. JERMAINE DEFOE is set for a Tottenham comeback in his first job since retiring from football. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Hayes, reflecting on her success at Chelsea. She was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2022 New Year Honours for services to association football. Prem boss Scott Parker earned his first coaching job in the Tottenham academy. [2] She previously served as the head coach and director of football operations for Chicago Red Stars[3] of Women's Professional Soccer in the United States from 2008 until 24 May 2010.[4]. Swedish shot-stopper Hedvig Lindahl and promising England centre-half Millie Bright among the new recruits. [36] Speaking of her experience coaching in the United States she said though she was born in England, she was definitely made in America. She was formerly manager of the Long Island Lady Riders between 2001 and 2003, head women's football coach at Iona College in New Rochelle between 2003 and 2006, and first team assistant coach and academy director for Arsenal Ladies between 2006 and 2008. In August 2012, Hayes landed the Chelsea FC Women job[6] replacing Liverpool-bound Matt Beard. [29] The same year Hayes won FIFA Best Coach of the Year award and was inducted into FA WSL Hall of Fame. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. "It's been a really tough decision, and one I have discussed with my family and those closest to me. Defoe scored 143 goals in 362 appearances for the club over two spells. 
[10][11][12] Later on in the season, Hayes won the race for Reading & England forward Fran Kirby for a British record fee. "[38], Officer of the Order of the British Empire, Member of the Order of the British Empire, "Emma Hayes released from coaching duties; Red Stars defeat FC Gold Pride 10", "Top boss: Hayes scoops third trophy to round off campaign", "New goalkeeper added to Ladies squad | Official Site | Chelsea Football Club", "Ladies sign new defender | Official Site | Chelsea Football Club", "Chelsea Ladies sign Fran Kirby for British record fee", "Chelsea see off County to win SSE Women's FA Cup Final", "Champions League: Chelsea Ladies 12 Wolfsburg Ladies", "Birmingham City Ladies 11 Chelsea Ladies (42 after penalties)", "Emma Hayes says she was 'born to win on behalf of Chelsea' ahead of final-day WSL title showdown", "How Emma Hayes turned Chelsea from also-rans to all-conquerors", "Chelsea Women win 2020/21 Women's Super League title with Man City Women second, Bristol City Women relegated", "Aluko: 'Relentless' Chelsea the best team in the world", "Emma Hayes Attempts To Become First Female Coach In 12 Years To Reach Champions League Final", "Barcelona beats Chelsea 40 to win Women's Champions League final for first time", "Emma Hayes, Fran Kirby win 202021 WSL Manager, Player of the Season awards", "Emma Hayes: Chelsea manager extends contract at Women's Super League champions", "Emma Hayes receives OBE at Buckingham Palace", "Emma Hayes Stats Chelsea Women Manager | FootyStats", "Red Stars relieve Hayes of duties | Espn", "Emma Hayes: Chelsea Ladies manager gives birth to boy", "Emma Hayes: Chelsea boss says winning is in the DNA of the club after historic week for men and women's teams", "Emma Hayes' psychological methods keep Chelsea women flying high", "Fran Kirby: 'The cardiologist said if I didn't slow down, I wouldn't play again', https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Emma_Hayes&oldid=1100891828, Expatriate soccer managers in the United States, Officers of the Order of the British Empire, Pages containing London Gazette template with parameter supp set to y, Short description is different from Wikidata, All articles with specifically marked weasel-worded phrases, Articles with specifically marked weasel-worded phrases from May 2021, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 28 July 2022, at 06:42. "I now look forward to spending some quality time with my friends and family before moving forward on this next chapter in my career. Emma Carol Hayes OBE (born 18 October 1976) is an English professional football manager. [27], Hayes won the 202021 FA WSL Manager of the Season award. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited.
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