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Christopher Armas (born August 27, 1972) is an American professional soccer coach and former player who is the head coach of the Kansas City Current of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL).

Key Information

Youth and college

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Born in The Bronx, New York City, Armas is of Puerto Rican descent and grew up in Brentwood, New York. He graduated from St. Anthony's High School and then attended Adelphi University from 1990 to 1993, amassing 17 goals and 15 assists over his collegiate career. Armas was named an NCAA Division II First Team All-American his senior year.[2]

Playing career

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Professional

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After graduating from college, Armas spent 1994 and 1995 playing for the USISL's Long Island Rough Riders, being selected as a USISL All-Star. In 1995, the Rough Riders defeated the Minnesota Thunder in the USISL's Pro League Championship.[3]

In 1996, Armas was drafted by Los Angeles Galaxy in the first round of the Major League Soccer Supplemental Draft and played a significant role in their first and second seasons. Chicago Fire acquired Armas in a trade for their inaugural 1998 campaign. It was with the 1998 Fire team that Armas emerged as an exceptional player, helping them win their first MLS Championship that year. Between 1998 and 2001, Armas was named to the MLS Best XI four consecutive times, his streak only being broken by an ACL injury that kept him out of much of the 2002 campaign; Armas was named to his fifth Best XI after the 2003 MLS season, in addition to being named the MLS Comeback Player of the Year. He was named U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year in 2000. In ten years in MLS, he totaled eleven goals and 41 assists, plus added four goals and four assists in the playoffs.

On April 19, 2007, Armas announced that the 2007 MLS season with the Chicago Fire would be his last, as he decided to retire. His retirement was made official on November 13, 2007, after spending 12 years in MLS.[4]

International

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Armas played for Puerto Rico in the 1993 Caribbean Cup. The competition was not then recognized by FIFA and so his five matches were classed as friendlies.[5]

He was therefore later allowed to switch his allegiance to the United States, for whom he made his debut November 6, 1998, against Australia.[6] He went on to earn 66 caps. He did not break into the squad until soon after the 1998 FIFA World Cup, and his ACL injury came just before the 2002 FIFA World Cup, so he was never able to play for the United States in the World Cup. He was named as a standby player for the 2006 FIFA World Cup, and did not feature in the final squad.

Coaching career

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After his retirement, he coached youth soccer and was a high school physical education teacher at St. Anthony's High School.[7]

Armas served as an assistant coach for the Chicago Fire in 2008 and was the head women's soccer coach at Adelphi University between 2011 and 2015.

On July 6, 2018, Armas was promoted to head coach of New York Red Bulls after former manager Jesse Marsch departed the club to join Red Bull Salzburg as an assistant.[8] Armas helped the Red Bulls finish first in the regular season, winning the Supporters' Shield as a result. The Red Bulls were eliminated in the conference finals by Atlanta United.

In 2019, the Red Bulls finished sixth in the Eastern Conference and were eliminated by the Philadelphia Union in the first round of the playoffs. The Red Bulls were then eliminated in the group stage of the MLS is Back Tournament after they were defeated by FC Cincinnati. The team was in the middle of a scoring slump when Armas parted ways with the club on September 4, 2020, the day after a 1–0 loss to D.C. United.[9]

In 2021, Armas was hired as head coach of Toronto FC, replacing Greg Vanney, who departed the club at the end of his contract.[10] On July 4, 2021, following a 7–1 loss to D.C. United, the largest loss in the club's history and a league record of one win, eight losses and two draws, the team announced he had been fired.[11]

On December 7, 2021, Armas was hired by Manchester United as assistant coach to work under interim manager Ralf Rangnick.[12][13] He left the club in May 2022.

In January 2023, it was confirmed that Armas had re-united with Jesse Marsch at Leeds United. Armas was named co-interim head coach alongside Michael Skubala and Paco Gallardo following the sacking of Jesse Marsch in February,[14] the trio overseeing a 2–2 draw at Old Trafford with Manchester United on 8 February 2023[15] and Skubala acting as solitary interim manager in the home loss against the same opponents four days later.[16][17][18]

On November 17, 2023, Armas returned to Major League Soccer, signing as head coach of the Colorado Rapids.[19]

On October 27, 2025, Armas and the Rapids mutually agreed to part ways after missing the MLS Cup Playoffs.[20]

On January 7, 2026, Armas was named the head coach of the Kansas City Current of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL).[21][22]

Personal life

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Armas and his wife, Justine, have two sons, Christopher and Aleksei.[23] Aleksi plays college soccer for Hofstra University.

Career statistics

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Club

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Appearances and goals by club, season and competition[24][25]
Club Season League Playoffs Cup[a] Continental Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
LA Galaxy 1996 Major League Soccer 22 1 6 2 — — 28 3
1997 28 3 2 0 — 2[b] 0 32 3
Total 50 4 8 2 0 0 2 0 60 6
Chicago Fire 1998 Major League Soccer 31 1 5 0 3 0 — 39 1
1999 22 1 3 0 0 0 3[b] 0 28 1
2000 16 0 5 0 4 0 — 25 0
2001 21 0 6 1 3 0 — 30 1
2002 4 0 0 0 0 0 2[b] 0 6 0
2003 25 2 4 1 4 1 — 33 4
2004 21 1 — 3 0 3[b] 1 27 2
2005 22 2 1 0 2 0 — 25 2
2006 27 1 2 0 2 0 — 31 1
2007 25 0 3 0 1 0 — 29 0
Total 214 8 29 2 22 1 8 1 273 12
Career total 264 12 37 4 22 1 10 1 333 18
  1. ^ All appearances in the U.S. Open Cup
  2. ^ a b c d Appearance(s) in the CONCACAF Champions' Cup

International

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Appearances and goals by national team and year[26]
National team Year Apps Goals
Puerto Rico 1993 6 0
1994 2 0
Total 8 0
United States
1998 1 0
1999 7 0
2000 14 2
2001 13 0
2002 11 0
2003 4 0
2004 8 0
2005 8 0
Total 66 2
Scores and results list the United States' goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Armas goal.
List of international goals scored by Chris Armas
No. Cap Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition
1 9 January 16, 2000 Rose Bowl, Pasadena, California, United States  Iran 1–1 1–1 Friendly
2 13 February 19, 2000 Miami Orange Bowl, Miami, Florida, United States  Colombia 2–1 2–2
(1–2 pen.) 		2000 CONCACAF Gold Cup

Coaching

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As of 18 October 2025
Coaching record by team and tenure
Team Nat. From To Record
G W D L Win % Ref.
New York Red Bulls United States July 6, 2018 September 4, 2020 71 33 11 27 046.48 [27]
Toronto FC Canada January 13, 2021 July 4, 2021 15 2 3 10 013.33 [28]
Colorado Rapids United States November 17, 2023 October 27, 2025 82 30 17 35 036.59
Total 168 65 31 72 038.69

Honors

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Player

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Chicago Fire

United States

Individual

Coach

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New York Red Bulls

References

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Chris Armas (born August 27, 1972) is an American former professional soccer player and coach, renowned as a tenacious defensive who earned 66 caps for the men's national team (USMNT) between 1998 and 2005, scoring two goals and contributing to victories in the in 2002 and 2005. He played 12 seasons in (MLS), most notably with the Chicago Fire from 1998 to 2007, where he helped secure the 1998 , four Lamar Hunt titles (1998, 2000, 2003, 2006), and a 2000 , while earning six MLS All-Star selections and five spots on the . Named the 2000 U.S. Soccer Male Athlete of the Year, Armas was inducted into the in 2025 as a defining figure in American soccer. In his coaching career, he served as head coach for the (2018–2020), (2021), (2023–2025), and (2026–present), winning two with the Red Bulls, before mutually parting ways with the Rapids in October 2025 following the end of his contract. Born in and raised in , Armas honed his skills at St. Anthony's High School before starring at from 1990 to 1994, where he led the Panthers to three Tournament appearances and was a key scorer in his senior year. He began his professional career with the in the USL from 1994 to 1995, leading the team in scoring during the 1994 season and winning the 1995 USISL Pro League Championship, earning induction into the Hall of Fame in 2004. Armas briefly represented the national team in the 1993 qualifiers while in college, but he made his USMNT debut in 1998 against , captaining the side four times and playing pivotal roles in World Cup qualifiers, including a 2–1 victory over in 2001 and a 2–0 win against in 2005. Injuries sidelined him from the and 2006 despite his contributions to qualification, and he also was selected as an overage player for the U.S. at the 2000 Olympics but was sidelined by injury. After retiring from playing in 2007, having started his MLS career with the LA Galaxy from 1996 to 1997—where he appeared in 50 matches—before joining the Chicago Fire for the bulk of his professional tenure, Armas transitioned to coaching as an assistant with the Chicago Fire in 2008, helping the team finish third in the Eastern Conference. He later led the Adelphi University women's team from 2011 to 2014, securing a 2013 NCAA Division II national championship, two Northeast-10 Conference tournament final appearances, and the 2013 NSCAA National Coach of the Year award. Armas joined the New York Red Bulls in 2015 as an assistant, becoming head coach in 2018 and guiding the team to consecutive Supporters' Shields in 2018 and 2019 with a record of 29 wins, 21 losses, and 11 draws. His tenure at Toronto FC in 2021 ended after one season amid poor results, after which he served as an assistant at Manchester United (2021–2022) under Ole Gunnar Solskjær and Ralf Rangnick, working with high-profile players like Cristiano Ronaldo, and briefly as interim head coach at Leeds United in 2023. Appointed head coach of the Colorado Rapids in November 2023, Armas led the team to the playoffs and a 7th-place Western Conference finish in 2024 but missed the postseason in 2025 with an 11–15–8 record, leading to a mutual separation on October 27, 2025, after which he was named head coach of the Kansas City Current on January 7, 2026, marking the club's fourth full-time head coach since its inception in 2021.

Early years

Youth career

Chris Armas was born on August 27, 1972, in , , to a Puerto Rican mother from Arecibo and a father. He grew up in Brentwood on , New York, where he developed a passion for soccer amid a family environment that emphasized sports and hard work. As the second of three brothers, including Jason and Phil, Armas was influenced by close family ties that supported his early athletic pursuits. Armas began playing organized youth soccer locally through the Brentwood Bandits in the Junior Soccer League (LIJSL), where he joined an Under-12 team under coach Bob Montgomery. This involvement introduced him to competitive play in regional leagues, honing his defensive skills and work ethic as a from a young age. He also participated in the Eastern New York Olympic Development Program (ODP), gaining exposure to higher-level talent identification and development opportunities. At St. Anthony's High School in South Huntington, New York, Armas starred as a defensive , showcasing tenacity and leadership that marked him as a standout player in the competitive soccer scene. His high school performances, rooted in the local youth system, paved the way for his recruitment to .

College career

Chris Armas attended from 1990 to 1994, where he majored in physical education while balancing a demanding schedule of academics and athletics. As a two-time CoSIDA Academic honoree, he exemplified the scholar-athlete ideal, maintaining strong academic performance alongside his contributions to the Panthers' men's soccer team. On the field, Armas emerged as a tenacious defensive , recording 17 goals and 15 assists for 49 points over his career. In his senior year of 1993, he led the team in scoring with 17 points from seven goals and three assists, earning team MVP honors. His efforts were instrumental in the Panthers' success, including three appearances in the Tournament, with the team advancing to the second round as freshmen in 1990 after setting a school record with 14 wins. Armas received individual recognition as a two-time All-New York State selection, two-time NSCAA All-Region honoree, and First Team All-American in 1993.

Playing career

Professional career

Armas began his professional career with the Long Island Rough Riders of the USISL (now USL) in 1994, leading the team in scoring that season. He returned in 1995, helping the Rough Riders win the U.S. Open Cup and earning induction into their Hall of Fame in 2004. Armas joined Major League Soccer's inaugural season in 1996 with the LA Galaxy after being selected in the first round of the MLS Supplemental Draft. As a defensive midfielder, he quickly adapted to the professional level, contributing to the team's run to the MLS Cup final that year where he scored in a 3-2 loss to D.C. United. Over two seasons with the Galaxy, Armas made 50 appearances, starting 48 matches, and scored 4 goals while providing 4 assists, establishing himself as a reliable presence in the midfield. In January 1998, Armas transferred to the expansion Chicago Fire, where he became a cornerstone in building the franchise from its inception. Playing a pivotal role in the team's inaugural season, he helped secure the and double, appearing in all 31 regular-season matches and contributing to a defense that allowed just 26 goals. Over the next decade with the through 2007, Armas logged 214 appearances with 8 goals and 42 assists, captaining the side starting in 2003 and leading them to three additional titles (2000, 2003, 2006) as well as the 2003 . His leadership extended off the field, where he mentored younger players and fostered a strong team culture rooted in discipline and collective success. Renowned for his tenacity, precise tackling, and ability to control the midfield tempo, Armas was a quintessential shutdown defensive who prioritized breaking up opposition plays and distributing to attackers. However, injuries increasingly impacted his career starting in 2002 with a torn ACL in his right knee during an international friendly against on May 12, sidelining him for most of that season and the 2002 preparations; he suffered another ACL tear in his left knee during the 2005 . Persistent issues, including and a torn labrum discovered in preseason, compounded these setbacks. In 2007, Armas announced that the ongoing season would be his last, retiring at age 35 after playing 25 matches that year; across 12 MLS seasons, he amassed 264 appearances and 12 goals overall.

International career

Armas began his international career with the national team, earning five caps between 1993 and 1994 with no goals scored, reflecting his family's ties to the U.S. territory. These appearances included matches in the 1993 and related qualifiers, which were later classified as friendlies by , allowing him to switch allegiances despite initial concerns over dual representation rules at the time. His Puerto Rican heritage, stemming from his parents' origins, contrasted with his American upbringing in New York, highlighting the personal significance of his early choices in international eligibility. In 1998, Armas switched to represent the , debuting on November 6 in a 0–0 friendly draw against under new head coach , marking the start of his 66 caps and two goals for the USMNT through 2005. As a defensive , he served as a key anchor in Arena's system, often breaking up opposition plays and providing stability in the center of the pitch, while occasionally captaining the side, including his 50th appearance in 2003. His goals came against on January 16, 1999, and during the quarterfinals, underscoring his rare but impactful contributions in attack. Armas's club form with the helped secure his national team call-ups during this period. Armas featured prominently in major tournaments, contributing to U.S. victories in the 2002 and 2005 Gold Cups, where he played all matches in both editions, including the 2005 final against on July 24—his last international appearance. He appeared in 14 of 16 qualifiers for the but suffered a torn ACL in a May 12, 2002, friendly against , sidelining him and leading to his replacement on the roster before the tournament began. Subsequent injuries, including another ACL tear in 2005 during the MLS Cup playoffs, prevented his selection for the , ending his international tenure with a total of 71 appearances across both teams.

Coaching career

Assistant roles

Armas began his coaching career as an assistant coach for the Chicago Fire in 2008, shortly after retiring as a player with the club, where he contributed to first-team preparations during a transitional period under head coach Denis Hamlett. His role emphasized building on his extensive playing experience in defensive midfield, focusing on tactical organization and youth integration into professional training. In 2015, Armas joined the as an assistant coach under , where he played a pivotal role in embedding the club's high-pressing, possession-oriented philosophy known as the "Red Bull way." During his tenure through mid-2018, the team secured the in 2015, with Armas contributing to defensive setups that emphasized midfield control and rapid transitions. His work also supported youth development, helping integrate academy talents into the senior squad while maintaining competitive performance. Armas's international exposure came in December 2021 when he was appointed assistant coach at Manchester United under interim manager , a role that lasted until May 2022. In this short stint, he assisted in implementing Rangnick's gegenpressing tactics in the , gaining insights into elite European competition and adapting high-intensity defensive strategies to a squad facing intense scrutiny. Reuniting with Marsch, Armas served as assistant head coach at Leeds United starting in January 2023, focusing on maintaining the team's aggressive pressing style amid pressures following relegation. His involvement was brief, ending in February 2023 after Marsch's dismissal, during which he helped stabilize midfield organization in limited matches. Throughout these assistant positions, Armas transitioned from a renowned defensive to a coach specializing in robust defensive frameworks and player mentoring, leveraging his MLS roots to foster tactical discipline and development across diverse environments.

Head coaching roles

Armas was promoted to head coach of the on July 6, 2018, following Jesse Marsch's departure to , taking over a team in second place in the Eastern Conference. In his first partial season, he guided the Red Bulls to a league-record 71 points and the 2018 with a 12-3-3 run to close the regular season. Over his full tenure, Armas compiled a 29-21-11 record in league play, including two playoff appearances in 2018 and 2019, though the team struggled in postseason play with early exits both years. He was dismissed on September 4, 2020, after a 3-4-2 start to the season amid ongoing playoff disappointments and a failure to advance beyond the conference semifinals.

College coaching

From 2011 to 2014, Armas served as head coach of the women's soccer team, leading the Panthers to three consecutive Tournament appearances, including a in 2013. He guided the team to two tournament finals and earned the 2013 NSCAA National Coach of the Year award. In January 2021, Armas was appointed head coach of , succeeding after the club missed the for the first time since 2015. His tenure lasted just 15 matches in a season disrupted by protocols and roster challenges, yielding a 2–3–10 record (9 points) as the team endured a six-game losing streak capped by a 7–1 defeat to . Armas emphasized rebuilding through tactical adjustments and youth development, but Toronto's poor form left them out of playoff contention early. He was fired on July 4, 2021, marking the end of a brief effort to restore the 2019 champions. Armas joined the Colorado Rapids as head coach on November 17, 2023, signing through 2025 with a mandate to implement a competitive style. In his debut 2024 season, he led the team to a 15-14-5 regular-season record, securing a No. 7 seed in the Western Conference playoffs after finishing seventh in the West. The Rapids advanced to the wild-card round in the MLS Cup Playoffs but were eliminated by the LA Galaxy. In the 2024 Leagues Cup, they defeated Club América on penalties in the round of 16, lost 0–4 to LAFC in the semifinals, and secured third place with a penalty shootout win over Philadelphia Union, earning a 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup berth. The 2025 campaign saw a regression to an 11-15-8 record, finishing 11th in the Western Conference and missing the playoffs despite a midseason push. Across two seasons, Armas's teams posted a 33-36-13 mark in all competitions. He and the club mutually parted ways on October 27, 2025, upon the expiration of his contract. On January 7, 2026, Armas was appointed head coach of the Kansas City Current of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), succeeding Vlatko Andonovski. This appointment marks the club's fourth full-time head coach since its inception in 2021. Throughout his head coaching stints, Armas adhered to a high-pressing, high-energy rooted in the system's emphasis on disciplined defense and quick transitions, while prioritizing the integration of young talents into the starting lineup. This approach yielded success in structured environments like New York but faced adaptation challenges in rebuilding scenarios at and . As of January 2026, Armas serves as head coach of the Kansas City Current.

Personal life

Family

Chris Armas was born in , , to parents of Puerto Rican descent, with his mother Crysel hailing from . He grew up with two brothers, Jason and Phil, and the family later relocated to as a young child. Armas has been married to Justine Armas, an operating room nurse, for many years, forming a long-term partnership that has weathered the demands of his professional soccer career. The couple has two sons: , the eldest, and Aleksei. Both sons pursued soccer at , mirroring their father's collegiate path there, and has been actively involved in family soccer-related events. The Armas family shares a deep passion for sports, often centering activities around athletic pursuits and maintaining close-knit traditions like family dinners. Justine has provided unwavering support throughout Armas's career transitions, including during his time as head coach of in 2021 while the family remained based in New York, and during his stint as assistant and co-interim head coach at Leeds United in in 2023. This support extended to personal challenges, such as Justine's frontline work as a nurse during the , for which Armas publicly expressed gratitude in a heartfelt letter. Family members were prominently involved in key moments, such as the surprise announcement of Armas's selection to the Class of 2025 in December 2024, where Justine, Christopher, Jason, Phil, and Crysel joined him on the field. After mutually parting ways with the in October 2025 upon the expiration of his contract, Armas and his family are based , prioritizing time together following the conclusion of his head coaching tenure.

Health challenges

During the 2004 season, Armas faced significant health setbacks, including arthroscopic on August 31 to repair damage to the in his right knee, which sidelined him for the remainder of the year. These injuries contributed to emotional strain, as Armas later reflected on the frustration of limited play and the psychological toll of repeated physical challenges in his career. Armas's career was ultimately ended by a torn labrum and in his hip, discovered during preseason training in 2007 while with the Chicago Fire, requiring extensive rehabilitation that proved insurmountable for continued professional play. He underwent and rehab but announced his at age 35, citing the cumulative physical toll as a key factor. These issues also dashed his hopes for the , following a torn ACL in his left knee sustained in the 2005 MLS playoffs, compounded by a subsequent staph infection during recovery that further delayed his return. Post-retirement, Armas has spoken about the lasting physical impacts of his playing days, including ongoing management of joint issues from years of high-intensity soccer. His wife, Justine, played a crucial role in his emotional recovery, providing support during hospital stays and after surgeries, which helped him navigate the mental challenges beyond the physical pain. This transition facilitated his shift to , allowing him to remain engaged in the despite bodily limitations. As of 2025, Armas reports no major issues, maintaining fitness through family-oriented activities.

Career statistics

Club

Chris Armas began his professional club career with the in Major League Soccer's inaugural 1996 season, appearing in 50 regular season matches over two years and scoring 4 goals with 6 assists. He was traded to the Chicago Fire ahead of the 1998 expansion season, where he spent the remainder of his playing career through 2007, logging 214 regular season appearances, 8 goals, and 42 assists. Across his MLS tenure, Armas totaled 264 regular season appearances, 12 goals, and 48 assists. Including MLS Cup Playoffs, , and continental competitions, his club appearances reached 333, with 4 playoff goals and 4 playoff assists, 1 Open Cup goal, and 1 continental goal.

MLS Regular Season Statistics

SeasonClubAppearancesStartsGoalsAssistsMinutes
19962220111,702
19972828352,307
1998Chicago Fire3131142,790
1999Chicago Fire2222171,935
2000Chicago Fire1616051,479
2001Chicago Fire2121031,940
2002Chicago Fire4400347
2003Chicago Fire2525232,267
2004Chicago Fire2120161,821
2005Chicago Fire2222211,879
2006Chicago Fire2727152,366
2007Chicago Fire2524012,194
Total264260124822,027
Note: 1998 marked a peak year for Armas, as he started all 31 regular season matches for the expansion Chicago Fire, contributing 1 goal and 4 assists en route to the team's and victory. Minutes data from FBref.com. Assists total per official MLS historical records (48); per-season figures reflect reported values, with variances in modern databases (e.g., 24 total primary assists per FBref) due to differing counting methods in early MLS eras.

MLS Cup Playoffs Statistics

SeasonClubAppearancesGoalsAssists
1996621
1997200
1998Chicago Fire500
1999Chicago Fire300
2000Chicago Fire501
2001Chicago Fire611
2002Chicago Fire400
2003Chicago Fire411
2005Chicago Fire100
2006Chicago Fire200
Total3844
Armas appeared in playoffs across nine postseasons, contributing to Chicago Fire's 1998 MLS Cup championship in his debut year with the club.

U.S. Open Cup Statistics

SeasonClubAppearancesGoalsAssists
1998Chicago Fire600
2000Chicago Fire500
2003Chicago Fire510
2006Chicago Fire600
Total2210
Armas helped the Chicago Fire win four U.S. Open Cups (1998, 2000, 2003, 2006), with contributions across multiple seasons in the tournament.

International

Chris Armas earned five caps for the national team between 1993 and 1994, all without scoring a goal; these appearances occurred during qualifiers and the tournament proper. He later switched allegiance to the , where he collected 66 caps and scored two goals from 1998 to 2005, including participation in multiple Gold Cups (winning titles in 2002 and 2005) and qualifiers. In total, Armas appeared 71 times at the international level, scoring two goals, with matches encompassing friendlies, regional tournaments, and qualifying campaigns; several of his U.S. appearances came as a substitute.

Puerto Rico National Team Statistics

YearCompetitionCapsGoals
1993Caribbean Cup Qualifiers & Tournament50
Total50
These five appearances resulted in three wins and two losses for Puerto Rico.

United States National Team Statistics

Armas's 66 caps for the U.S. included a mix of starting and substitute roles across various competitions.
CompetitionCapsGoalsNotes
Friendlies271Included his debut against in 1998 and goal vs. in 2000.
World Cup Qualifiers190Featured in 14 of 16 matches for the 2002 cycle; also appeared in 2006 qualifiers before injury.
CONCACAF Gold Cup141Played in 2000 (scored vs. ), 2002 (winners), 2003, and 2005 (winners).
US Cup40Domestic invitational tournament appearances.
FIFA Confederations Cup202000 tournament matches.
Total662Overall record: 35 wins, 16 draws, 15 losses.
Armas did not appear in any finals matches due to an ACL injury sustained shortly before the 2002 tournament, despite being named to the provisional roster.

Managerial

Armas began his head coaching career with the on July 6, 2018, succeeding , and was dismissed on September 4, 2020. During his tenure, he led the team to the in 2018 for the best regular-season record and two playoff appearances. His overall record was 33 wins, 11 draws, and 27 losses in 71 matches across all competitions, yielding a win percentage of 46.5%.
CompetitionMatchesWinsDrawsLossesWin %
Regular Season633025847.6%
832337.5%
Overall7133271146.5%
Armas was appointed head coach of on January 13, 2021, and relieved of his duties on July 4, 2021, after a poor start to the season. His record consisted of 2 wins, 3 draws, and 10 losses in 15 MLS regular-season matches, for a win percentage of 13.3%; the team did not qualify for during his tenure.
CompetitionMatchesWinsDrawsLossesWin %
Regular Season15231013.3%
0000-
Overall15231013.3%
Armas joined the as head coach on November 17, 2023, and mutually parted ways with the club on October 27, 2025, following the expiration of his contract and the team's failure to qualify for the 2025 . Over two full seasons, his overall record across all competitions was 33 wins, 13 draws, and 36 losses in 82 matches, resulting in a win percentage of 40.2%. The team reached the first round of the 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs but missed the postseason in 2025 after finishing 11th in the Western Conference.
CompetitionMatchesWinsDrawsLossesWin %
Regular Season6826132938.2%
Playoffs20020%
1270558.3%
Overall8233133640.2%

Honors

As player

During his playing career, Chris Armas earned numerous team honors with the Chicago Fire in (). He contributed to the team's victory in 1998. Armas was also part of the Fire's Supporters' Shield-winning squad in 2003, recognizing the best regular-season record. Additionally, he helped secure four titles with the Fire in 1998, 2000, 2003, and 2006. With the , he won the 1995 . On the international stage, Armas represented the men's national team and won the in both 2002 and 2005. Armas received several individual accolades throughout his MLS tenure. He was selected as an six times, in 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003, and 2004. He earned a spot on the five times, specifically in 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, and 2003. In 2000, Armas was named the U.S. Soccer/Chevrolet Male Athlete of the Year. Armas has been inducted into multiple halls of fame for his contributions as a player. He entered the Athletics Hall of Fame in 2005. In 2013, he was part of the inaugural class of the Soccer Player Hall of Fame. The Chicago Fire honored him with induction into their in 2009. Most recently, Armas was elected to the in 2024 and inducted in May 2025.

As coach

As head coach of the , Chris Armas led the team to the in 2018 and 2019, recognizing the club for the best regular-season record in . This achievement marked a highlight of his tenure, building on his prior assistant role with the organization. With the , Armas guided the team to third place in the 2024 , securing a notable finish in the international club competition featuring MLS and sides. This result contributed to the ' playoff qualification that season but did not advance to a championship. On the individual front, Armas was named a finalist for the 2024 Sigi Schmid MLS Coach of the Year Award, acknowledging his role in developing a young roster that achieved a 7th-place standing in the Western Conference. His coaching emphasized player growth, though he did not secure monthly Coach of the Month honors during his MLS head coaching stints. Armas has no major international coaching awards to his name. At , Armas coached the women's soccer team to the 2013 NCAA Division II national championship and was named the 2013 NSCAA National Coach of the Year. Overall, Armas's coaching honors remain more limited than his playing accolades, reflecting the challenges of transitioning to head coaching roles in competitive leagues.

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  21. https://images.mlssoccer.com/image/upload/v1709589805/assets/chi/2024_Chicago_Fire_FC_Record_Book_FINAL_v2_1_ecubb3.pdf
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  66. https://www.coloradorapids.com/news/colorado-rapids-chris-armas-named-finalist-for-sigi-schmid-mls-coach-of-the-year
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