Mark Stewart Watson (born 8 September 1970) is a Canadian former professional soccer player who currently works as a Senior Football Strategy Advisor (GM) at Halifax Wanderers FC .

Watson began his coaching career in 2004 with the Canadian national team system where he held assistant positions with the U-20 and senior squads.

[3] Watson's first win as an MLS head coach came on 15 June 2013 against the Colorado Rapids at Dick's Sporting Goods Park.

In addition to his success in MLS, Watson's squad advanced to the 2013-14 CONCACAF Champions League Quarterfinals by winning Group 5.

[8] On 28 October 2024, Watson joined Canadian Premier League side HFX Wanderers as the club's Senior Football Strategy Advisor.