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John Herdman was born in Consett, County Durham, England.
Early Coaching Career
1991
At the age of 16, Herdman started getting his coaching badges and began developing his own football school by the time he was 23.
New Zealand National Youth Teams
2005-2008
Herdman worked with the New Zealand national youth teams, playing a crucial role in developing young talents in New Zealand.
New Zealand Women's National Team
2006-2011
He took charge of the New Zealand women's national team, guiding them to the 2006 and 2008 U-20 World Cups, the 2007 and 2011 Women's World Cups, and the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing.
Canadian Women's National Team
2011
Herdman became the head coach of the Canadian women's national team, leading them to a gold medal at the Pan American Games and two consecutive bronze medals at the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics.
Canadian Men's National Team
2018
He took over as the head coach of the Canadian men's national team, guiding them to their highest-ever place in the FIFA World Rankings and qualifying them for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, their first appearance since 1986.
Historic World Cup Qualification
2022
Herdman became the first coach to qualify both a women's and men's national team for the World Cup, leading Canada to the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Toronto FC
2023
Herdman took on the role of head coach for Toronto FC, marking a new chapter in his coaching career.
Continued Influence
Present
Herdman continues to be a pivotal figure in Canadian football, shaping the future of the sport with his vision, passion, and discipline.
Brief
Known For
English professional football manager, led Canada men's national soccer team to their first World Cup in 36 years.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 19 July 1975.
Born Place: Consett, County Durham, England.
Career
Past occupations: Head coach of Canada men's national soccer team, Head coach of Canada women's national soccer team, Head coach of New Zealand women's national football team, Development Coach at Sunderland AFC’s youth academy.
Previous Place of Work: Toronto FC, Canada Soccer Association, New Zealand Football.
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Honorary degree of Doctor of Science by Northumbria University, led Canada women's national soccer team to Olympic bronze medals in 2012 and 2016, led Canada men's national soccer team to their first World Cup in 36 years.
Wikipedia Article
Welcome to the John Herdman Hub! This community hub — built on top of and serving as a companion to the Wikipedia article — lets you discuss, collect, and organize everything related to John Herdman.
John Herdman was born in Consett, County Durham, England.
Early Coaching Career
1991
At the age of 16, Herdman started getting his coaching badges and began developing his own football school by the time he was 23.
New Zealand National Youth Teams
2005-2008
Herdman worked with the New Zealand national youth teams, playing a crucial role in developing young talents in New Zealand.
New Zealand Women's National Team
2006-2011
He took charge of the New Zealand women's national team, guiding them to the 2006 and 2008 U-20 World Cups, the 2007 and 2011 Women's World Cups, and the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing.
Canadian Women's National Team
2011
Herdman became the head coach of the Canadian women's national team, leading them to a gold medal at the Pan American Games and two consecutive bronze medals at the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics.
Canadian Men's National Team
2018
He took over as the head coach of the Canadian men's national team, guiding them to their highest-ever place in the FIFA World Rankings and qualifying them for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, their first appearance since 1986.
Historic World Cup Qualification
2022
Herdman became the first coach to qualify both a women's and men's national team for the World Cup, leading Canada to the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Toronto FC
2023
Herdman took on the role of head coach for Toronto FC, marking a new chapter in his coaching career.
Continued Influence
Present
Herdman continues to be a pivotal figure in Canadian football, shaping the future of the sport with his vision, passion, and discipline.
Brief
Known For
English professional football manager, led Canada men's national soccer team to their first World Cup in 36 years.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 19 July 1975.
Born Place: Consett, County Durham, England.
Career
Past occupations: Head coach of Canada men's national soccer team, Head coach of Canada women's national soccer team, Head coach of New Zealand women's national football team, Development Coach at Sunderland AFC’s youth academy.
Previous Place of Work: Toronto FC, Canada Soccer Association, New Zealand Football.
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Honorary degree of Doctor of Science by Northumbria University, led Canada women's national soccer team to Olympic bronze medals in 2012 and 2016, led Canada men's national soccer team to their first World Cup in 36 years.
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