Former U.S. national team captain John Harkes issued his first public statement since being relieved of his duties as coach of USL side FC Cincinnati.
John Harkes has remained quiet since his abrupt dismissal as head coach of USL side FC Cincinnati on Friday, but finally decided to speak out about his sacking on Sunday.
Harkes' departure from FC Cincinnati, first reported by Goal on Friday evening, came as a surprise to the team's player's and staff, with sources saying that a power struggle between the former U.S. national team captain and team president and general manager Jeff Berding.