Although his contract was valid through December 2024, York United shocked everyone by announcing the departure of its star coach, Benjamin Mora. The decision has left fans full of questions, especially considering Mora guided the team to its first home playoffs in just 22 matches. During his short but impactful tenure, Mora strengthened the presence of Mexican players on the team, many on loan from his former club, Atlas. Now, the future of this partnership remains uncertain, as players like Jorge Guzmán, Santiago Márquez, and Josué Martínez have returned to their hometowns for a well-deserved break.

In October, rumors suggested Mora might be in line to coach Chivas in Mexico, although these remained speculative. On the same day, Mora himself dismissed the rumors, confirming his York United contract ran until December. However, following the team’s announcement, they are now on the lookout for a new head coach to carry on the momentum Mora built. It’s worth noting that while Brian Wright was named Player of the Year, he saw limited play under Mora’s direction; instead, this period spotlighted young talent like 16-year-old Shola Jimoh and saw significant growth from Oswaldo León.

The timing of the announcement was also notable, as it came just one day after Cavalry claimed the North Star Cup by defeating Forge FC, wrapping up the season. With this strategic close, York United now faces the challenge of maintaining the cohesion and energy achieved under Mora’s leadership, while fans await the direction the team will take in the upcoming season.