Donaldson joined the club in 2024, led the Stars to a 10-14-2 regular-season record and qualified the club for the 2024 NWSL playoffs after finishing at the bottom of the league table in 2023.

Chicago Red Stars head coach Lorne Donaldson, right, talks with referees on the sideline during an NWSL soccer match against the Orlando Pride, March 29, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. Credit: AP/Phelan M ...