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Eager to apply lessons from days as academy director, Luchi Gonzalez introduced as FC Dallas head coach

FRISCO -- Luchi Gonzalez was introduced Monday as the seventh coach in FC Dallas history.

The former FC Dallas Academy director said he'll continue to work on the club's pipeline from academy to first team but also said he's taking over with an eye toward winning trophies.

Gonzalez recalled watching the MLS Cup final last weekend and said he was hurting when Atlanta United lifted the trophy for the first time. Rather than dwell on whether or not he's ready for his first job coaching professional players, the 38-year-old said he's focused on winning the club's first-ever MLS Cup.