It’s a tried and tested page from the club executive’s playbook: when things go bad, change the manager!
While I wouldn’t necessarily classify Inter Miami’s current state as “bad” — they are sitting third in the Supporter’s Shield standings — the change is happening. Out goes interim coach Guillermo Hoyos, who aside from being a dead ringer for the Al Swearengen character in Deadwood, was apparently also involved in the sacking of previous coach Javier Mascherano back in April.
Prior to his elevation to the dugout, Hoyos was the director of the Miami academy. He was then promoted to director of player development, and then made an assistant coach and scout.
Hoyos has been the interim manager since April 15th and compiled a record of 9W 3D 5L. These aren’t bad statistics, but since the World Cup break Miami has only won a single game out of seven, with four losses and two draws. Furthermore, the club is suffering under one of the worst home form spells of any team in the Eastern Conference, taking 13 out of a possible 27 points.
The New Jefe
The new gaffer for Miami will be Cristian Alberto “Kily” González. Surprise, surprise! González is yet another Argentine. The 52-year old also hails from Rosario, the same town as another prominent Argentinian player on the Inter Miami squad. Coincidence? I think not.
Miami certainly did not hire Kily based on past performance. Take a look at his managerial record.
You might think the data is old since it stops in October 2025, but it’s not. González was let go from Platense and it’s easy to see why. A 14.29 win % is really poor.
As González and his staff await work permits, Hoyos will continue to manage and he’ll be in charge of Saturday’a match against CF Montréal.
So What Does Kily Bring?
It’s hard to say. He’s definitely someone who will fit seamlessly into the fabric of the club. As we reported earlier this year, Inter Miami is more Argentine than American, not only in player composition, but in culture. Much of this stems from Lionel Messi, who reportedly exercises significant influence over the operation via his vast network of staff.
It’s not to believe that Kily González was selected for his background, and possibly for his malleability. Don’t expect him to change much, certainly not at this time. If he survives past the playoffs, then he might start to tinker with a few things — if Messi allows it.
And let’s not forget that Hoyos isn’t going away. He’ll slink back into the shadows just like the Swearengen character in Deadwood, scowling and scheming.
